Barchester Towers

The novel offers a witty critique of Victorian society's morals and institutions. I'm curious about what motivated Trollope to focus on these themes.

Despite being set in the 19th century, the characters' struggles with ambition, hypocrisy, and social status felt very familiar. How did others interpret these timeless themes?

The novel's tone and pacing are quite distinctive. I'm interested in how Trollope planned the series and what choices he made to craft this blend of satire and storytelling.