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An Eye for an Eye Kindle Edition

by Anthony Trollope (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 194 ratings
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    May 17, 2012
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B008499Q4K
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 17, 2012
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 286 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 102 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1978333897
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    Anthony Trollope (1815-82) became one of the most successful, prolific and respected English novelists of the Victorian era. Some of Trollope's best-loved works revolve around the imaginary county of Barsetshire, but he also wrote penetrating novels on political, social, and gender issues and conflicts of his day.

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H. Curtler
4.0 out of 5 stars An Eye for an Eye
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2008
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I disagree with one of the other reviewers that this book is a "light read." It is assuredly not in the comic vein of most of Trollope's novels and it is, if anything, "heavy" indeed! It is cast in the mold of a classical tragedy with the hero conflicted between his duty to his family and his duty to the woman he loves. Trollope dearly loves to place his characters in such a bind, but this time it doesn't have a happy ending as is so often the case. It is thus atypical of Trollope's novels,though it does reveal the author's romantic preference for love over duty. In many ways this may be his most powerful statement for that preference as love does not win out in the end. I strongly recommend it, but as with one of the other reviewers, not as a first taste of Trollope. The book is quite different from most of his many other novels.
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Steve Forsyth
5.0 out of 5 stars Trollope at his best with a short and focused narrative on sin and pride.
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2015
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Over the span of his 40+ novels, Trollope understandably circled many of the same topics. The plot point of a character torn between two different paths of marriage, torn between duty and love, is among the most oft repeated. It is a testament to his skill as a writer that the majority of these stories still feel unique and fresh and are always readable. The reason it continues to work is because he was a master of writing entertaining dialogue and developing character.

As I continue through his extensive library of works, I'm finding that I like his shorter fiction better and better. I like the more focused narrative without the distraction of B and C stories. I like to stay on course and follow a single character and situation all the way through. And EYE FOR AN EYE is a banner example of how well this works.

At roughly 200 pages, the book is easily digested in one weekend. The story tells of a young man named Fred Neville who suddenly comes under the line of succession for an Earldom over a large estate. The original heir having disgraced the family and then dying, this nephew to the aging Earl is told that it is his duty to do what is best for the family and come settle down with a suitable wife. However, this young man is not quite ready to give up all vestiges of youth, and decides he must first finish out his final year in military service.

However, while doing so in the "wild" land of Ireland, he predictably falls for a young lass named Kate O'Hara. Neville would marry her, but her parentage and Catholic religion make it impossible for her to become the countess of an English estate. Even so, Neville relishes this secret "adventure," as he calls it, and ultimately pledges his love and intentions to marry Kate, despite the wishes of his dying Uncle.

As the book progresses, we see the tragic results of Fred's unwillingness to take on responsibility, instead pursuing his wild interests. While tame by today's standards, the novella tackles sexual issues in a way that was no doubt very shocking in its day. And Trollope is never better than in the final act of the book as we get into the head of our protagonist trying to justify his brutish behavior. In particular the way he shifts blame for his OWN actions to perceived injustices carried out by the young girl's mother. A fallen man will point the blame at everyone but himself when it comes time to pay the piper, and nowhere have I seen this described better by Trollope.

A late in the novel journey by Fred to the house of his lover provides an opportunity to expertly describe how much he has grown to hate the very site of the Irish landscape, all because the consequences of his selfish behavior have started to fall upon him. It is as familiar then as it is today, how once you've given in to your sin, the object of your desire becomes an object of your hatred. Top notch Trollope!!

Others have noted this is not Trollope's more typical "lighthearted" fare, and I agree the final chapters are pretty grim. However, the overall tone of the novel is not nearly as despairing as some of his other works. Fred, rogue as his actions may become, remains a very likable character throughout - and this is important because I believe the intent was to show that not everyone who acts badly is a wicked person. Fred Neville does some poor and selfish things, but they are not the act of a villain, but rather a young person who makes too many mistakes before his adult life can really take off. The true tragedy here is seeing how pride can ruin a man!

I can't recommend this one enough - it is certainly in my Top Ten from this author.
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fiona
3.0 out of 5 stars typical of Trollope
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2014
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An Eye for an Eye is representative of Trollope's mid-level work ... certainly not his best (The Warden, Dr. Thorne, Barchester Chronicles, The Pallisers, and my favorite, Phineas Finn) but well above some of his worst. His usual and central themes of love, class, inheritance, marriage, religion, greed, and nationality are front and center in this novel. The main plot addresses the wealthy (Protestant) heir in England spending time on the West coast of Ireland and finding a charming girl and her mother living in a small cottage ... did I mention the local priest? I'm not a spoiler, but Trollope's plot is a bit more tragic than usual. Entertaining read ... if you like Trollope (which I do.)
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4.0 out of 5 stars An Eye for an Eye
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2012
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Not one of his best, but still good. It has a poetic ending, which is very plausible. He brings to light the true meaning of "an eye for an eye" - but you have to wait for it. As he always does, he keeps you interested with the enigma of just what is going to happen all the way to the end. His touches of humor as he describes certain people prove he's a master of all sorts of prose. I recommend the book - along with the others of his I've read so far.
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WH
5.0 out of 5 stars A thought provoking story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2024
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I have read several Anthony Trollope novels. This one has themes that make it particularly thought provoking and worth reading. It encourages readers to consider their actions and not be duplicitous.
And its not too long! Recommended
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Richard Strout
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Reviewed in Canada on November 16, 2019
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Have read nearly all Trollope wrote. This was the easiest to follow and very captivating. Highly recommend it to all.
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Mrs IM Honderich
4.0 out of 5 stars I really enjoyed it. Doesn't get top marks however
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 18, 2014
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A cliff-hanger!
I really enjoyed it. Doesn't get top marks however, as there is only one theme, - not like his very best "The Way We Live Now", or the Barsetshire novels.
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Frankie
3.0 out of 5 stars Quite good but not his best.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 30, 2012
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It is a well written book with some tension, but not the light hearted romance of many of his other novels.
It shines light on the prevailing attitudes of the upper classes during that time. For anyone wanting to understand the mind of the ruling class of the time this book will give them insight.
It is not a book to lighten the mood.
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Andyp
5.0 out of 5 stars You can’t read too much Trollope
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 24, 2023
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An other really excellent novel dealing with the usual Trollope obsession; aristocratic families, inheritance, class and religion. But as always a very easy and enjoyable read.
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