This beautiful edition of the original British release is in near fine condition, showing only minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, unmarked, and the book is tight, square, and in good condition. Barchester Towers is the second novel in Anthony Trollope’s Chronicles of Barsetshire series, originally published in 1857. It is one of Trollope’s most famous works, celebrated for its satire of clerical politics and social maneuvering in a small English cathedral town. The Oxford World's Classics edition includes a scholarly introduction and illustrations. Edward Ardizzone's illustrations for Barchester Towers are celebrated for their ability to capture the tone and atmosphere of Trollope's work. His illustrations feature delicate line drawings that bring out the humor, wit, and social commentary of Trollope's novel. These evocative images not only enhance the reader's experience but also breathe life into the world of Barsetshire, making the social intricacies of the story even more vivid and engaging.