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A Database of Victorian Fiction, 1837–1901

A Database of Victorian Fiction, 1837–1901

Title: One Fault

Author and Title: Frances Milton Trollope. One Fault: A Novel

First Edition: London: Bentley, 1840. 3 volumes, post 8vo., 31s. 6d.

Summary: Isabella, a country rector’s daughter, rashly marries a tyrannical rich man. Her bluestocking spinster aunt, while used for comedy, also serves as a device for Trollope to safely explore ideas of gender equality, including women voting and serving in political office. (LP)

References: EC; Princeton

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