Mr. Scarborough's Family
1883
Published in 1883, 'Mr. Scarborough's Family' by Anthony Trollope explores the intricate dynamics within the Scarborough family, particularly focusing on issues of legitimacy and inheritance. The plot centers on Mr. Scarborough's shocking declaration that his eldest son, Mountjoy, is illegitimate, which ignites conflicts over family secrets and wealth. The narrative delves into the lives of Mountjoy, a reckless officer, and Augustus, a pragmatic barrister, as they navigate the fallout from their father's revelations and the impact on their relationships. This domestic fiction highlights themes of familial loyalty and the consequences of selfishness.
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“He cannot understand what a liar means, or he would know that he is one himself." "A man seldom has such knowledge as that." "Is it not so when he stigmatizes me in this way merely as an excuse to himself? He wants to be rid of me,”
— Anthony Trollope
