Cousin Henry by Anthony Trollope

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Cousin Henry is a novel by Anthony Trollope, first published in 1879. This tightly plotted story explores themes of inheritance, moral conflict, and the weight of conscience. Set against the backdrop of rural Wales, the novel centres on Henry Jones, a weak-willed and indecisive man who finds himself at the heart of a family inheritance dispute. When his wealthy uncle dies, Henry becomes the reluctant possessor of a disputed estate, knowing that his cousin Isabel, the rightful and more deserving heir, has been wronged. The tension in the narrative builds as Henry wrestles with his guilt and the fear of exposure, making this one of Trollope’s more psychological and suspenseful works. While it is not as widely known as his major series like The Chronicles of Barsetshire or The Palliser Novels, Cousin Henry offers readers a compact and compelling study of character, blending elements of mystery with Trollope’s keen social observation. The book stands as an example of his skill in portraying internal conflict and the quiet, often overlooked tragedies of domestic life, making it a fascinating read for those interested in Victorian literature and moral drama.

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