Phineas Finn
Phineas Finn
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1977
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
British LiteratureLondon, England • 1860s
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World History1977
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Phineas Finn is a novel by Anthony Trollope, part of his Palliser series, detailing the journey of Phineas Finn, an Irish person striving to make a mark in British politics. John Sutherland's work provides a comprehensive analysis of the novel's themes, characters, and social context, exploring Finn's personal and professional challenges.
Romantic
Contemplative
Emotional
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Phineas Finn by Anthony Trollope is praised for its rich character development and detailed portrayal of 19th-century British politics. John Sutherland appreciates its social insights and narrative depth. Criticisms include its slow pacing and dense political discussions that may deter some readers. Overall, the novel combines personal and political drama effectively.
Who Should Read Phineas Finn?
Readers who enjoy Phineas Finn by Anthony Trollope and John Sutherland likely appreciate intricate political narratives, Victorian society, and character-driven plots. Fans of George Eliot’s Middlemarch or Charles Dickens’s Bleak House may find similar enjoyment in Trollope’s exploration of personal ambition intersecting with political life.
7,888 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
752
Novel • Fiction
•
Historical Fiction•
British LiteratureLondon, England • 1860s
•
World History1977
Adult
18+ years
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