Small House at Allington

Published in 1864, 'The Small House at Allington' is the fifth novel in Anthony Trollope's Barsetshire series. The story centers on Mrs. Dale and her two daughters, Lily and Bell, as they navigate the complexities of love and social status in rural England. The novel explores themes of social climbing through characters like Adolphus Crosbie and contrasts rural life with that of London. Critics note autobiographical elements in the character of Johnny Eames, reflecting Trollope's own experiences.