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Lotta Schmidt, and Other Stories

By Anthony Trollope

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In old Vienna, a strong-willed woman and a musician navigate love's challenges against the backdrop of societal expectations and personal insecurities.

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2017-03-25
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Summary

"Lotta Schmidt, and Other Stories" by Anthony Trollope, is a set of tales that begins in 19th-century Vienna, where we meet Lotta Schmidt, a spirited young woman figuring out friendships and romance. She and her friend Marie Weber are introduced as they discuss a gala and the men in their lives. Lotta, portrayed as bold, especially likes Herr Crippel, who is the leader of the orchestra. The story shows us what society was like in Vienna back then, how Lotta’s relationships are growing, and Herr Crippel’s personal challenges as he tries to win Lotta over while dealing with his own worries and uncertainties. The narrative promises a look at love, dreams, independence, and the rules of society during that time.

About the Author

Anthony Trollope was an English novelist and civil servant of the Victorian era. Among his best-known works is a series of novels collectively known as the Chronicles of Barsetshire, which revolves around the imaginary county of Barsetshire. He also wrote novels on political, social, and gender issues, and other topical matters.

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