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The Duke’s Children is the final installment of the Palliser series, continuing the adventures of the Duke’s children, Lady Glencora and her eldest son. The book explores themes of forgiveness, constancy, and the maturing of youth, as the younger generation confronts the complexities of political commitments and societal expectations. The book also features notable female characters, including Lady Mabel Grex, Isabel Boncassen, and Lady Mary, who serve as foils to the disappointments of Lady Laura Standish seen in the previous novels.
First publish date: 2023
Genre: Political Fiction/Political Drama
Authors: Anthony Trollope
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