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The Prime Minister

by Anthony Trollope
David Shaw-Parker
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When the liberal government falls and neither party is able to form a cabinet, Plantaganet Palliser is called upon to lead a coalition government. He is reluctant at first, and displays none of the charisma of his predecessors, but eventually he grows into the role. However, his confidence is short-lived as he becomes embroiled in a scandal involving the villainous Ferdinand Lopez—unintentionally brought about by Lady Glencora Palliser. Pronounced 'a beautiful book' by Leo Tolstoy, The Prime Minister is a superb portrait of marriage and politics, and the compromises necessary for success in both. It is the fifth novel in Trollope's Palliser series.

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  • Release date

    April 12, 2019

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Listen audiobook

      • ISBN: 9781781982143
      • File size: 919411 KB
      • Duration: 31:55:26

  • Languages

    • English

  • Levels

    • Lexile® Measure: 1120
    • Text Difficulty: 7-9

  • Reviews

    • AudioFile Magazine
      David Shaw-Parker's usual exemplary narration brings all the inner torments of the characters in this classic novel to life. Trollope was one of the deep psychologists of the Victorian novel, and this is one of his most psychological works. Nearly all of the action is interior to the major characters. As we approach the end of the Palliser series, the parallel plots concern decisions: Should Emily Wharton marry the mostly unknown (and of dubious ethnic origin) Ferdinand Lopez, and should Plantagenet Palliser (now the Duke of Omnium) agree to head the British government? Shaw-Parker captures every detail of the effects of their decisions--on themselves and on those around them. Add his masterful command of accents, and it is hard to imagine a better audiobook. D.M.H. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine

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Languages

  • English

Levels

  • Lexile® Measure:1120
  • Text Difficulty:7-9

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