Margaret Mackenzie, a spinster in her thirties, receives a large inheritance upon her brother’s death. But the money comes with unlooked-for responsibilities—especially a rash of unwelcome suitors. Miss Mackenzie, whom Trollope described as ‘a very unattractive old maid’ nevertheless has more to recommend her than her newfound wealth.
A propos de l’auteur
Anthony Trollope (1815-1882) was a quintessential Victorian novelist best known for his series of novels, the Chronicles of Barsetshire, set in the imaginary county of Barsetshire. Tirelessly prolific, he tackled a rich assortment of the political, social, and gender issues of the day. As career employee of the British Postal System, he is credited with introducing the “pillar-box” mailboxes on street corners.