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Barchester Towers by Trollope, Anthony

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The Role of Women in the Church

"Should women have formal positions of power and influence within the Church, or should their contributions remain largely behind the scenes?"

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Mrs. Proudie
Portrait of Archdeacon Grantley
Archdeacon Grantley
Portrait of Eleanor Bold
Eleanor Bold
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Merit vs. Patronage

"Is it justifiable to use influence and connections to secure positions within the Church, even if more deserving candidates are overlooked?"

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Mr. Slope
Portrait of Septimus Harding
Septimus Harding
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The Compromise of Principles

"Is it ever justifiable to sacrifice one's principles for the sake of personal gain or social acceptance?"

Portrait of Mr. Arabin
Mr. Arabin
Portrait of Septimus Harding
Septimus Harding
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The Nature of Love and Marriage

"Is it possible to have a fulfilling marriage based on practicality and social considerations, even in the absence of deep romantic love?"

Portrait of Madeline Stanhope
Madeline Stanhope
Portrait of Eleanor Bold
Eleanor Bold
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