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The Duke’s Children

novel by Trollope
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The Duke's Children is a novel by Anthony Trollope, published in 1880. It is the final novel in Trollope's Palliser novels series, which focuses on political and social issues in Victorian England. The novel centers on Plantagenet Palliser, the Duke of Omnium, and his children, exploring themes of marriage, social standing, and the challenges faced by the aristocracy in a changing society. The story delves into the personal lives and romantic entanglements of the Duke's children, examining their struggles to find suitable partners and navigate societal expectations. Trollope's work is known for its keen observation of social structures and psychological depth.123

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