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By Троллоп Энтони
Anthony Trollope, 2020, RUGRAM_Public Domain
Anthony Trollope's 1875 novel, "The Way We Live Now," offers a sharp critique of Victorian society. The narrative centers on Augustus Melmotte, a financier whose ambiguous past and rumored financial dealings create a stir in London's elite circles. As Melmotte establishes himself in the city, rumors about his origins and business ventures intensify, drawing the attention of the upper crust. The novel delves into themes of wealth, social climbing, and the moral compromises made in pursuit of status.