Framley Parsonage

Framley Parsonage, published in 1861, is the fourth novel in Trollope’s Chronicles of Barsetshire series. It tells the story of Mark Robarts, a young and ambitious clergyman whose desire for social advancement leads him into financial and moral trouble. Intertwining themes of clerical life, politics, and romance, the novel explores integrity, pride, and community. Trollope’s warm, observational prose and his subtle critique of Victorian values make Framley Parsonage a richly layered and character-driven tale within his beloved series.