An Eye for an Eye
An Eye for an Eye by Anthony Trollope, published by Penguin Books in 1993, is a work of fiction that spans 426 pages. The narrative follows Fred Neville, a young officer in the Hussars who unexpectedly inherits an earldom. Before assuming his new responsibilities, he spends a year in Ireland, where he encounters an Irish girl with a mysterious background, leading to a romantic entanglement that faces familial opposition.
Readers will find a story that explores themes of love and societal expectations against the backdrop of the late 1800s. The book presents a frank and daring examination of pre-marital relationships, ultimately setting the stage for a tragic conclusion. This edition offers a literary perspective on the complexities of romance and duty, inviting readers to engage with the characters’ struggles and the societal norms of the time.
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In the late 1800s, Fred Neville is a young officer in the Hussars and falls heir to an earldom. But before taking up his responsibilities, he spends a year in Ireland where his regiment is posted. Among the romantic surroundings, Fred meets and falls in love with an Irish girl of mysterious background. His family is opposed to the match but nothing can stop Fred, setting the scene for a tragic outcome in this frank and daring treatment of pre-marital sex.
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