Phineas Redux (Cyclopedia of Literary Characters)
At a glance:
- Author: Anthony Trollope
- First Published: 1873
- Type of Work: Novel
- Type of Plot: Political
- Time of Work: Mid-nineteenth century
- Setting: England
- Genres: Long fiction, Bourgeois fiction
- Subjects: Journalism or journalists, Power, personal or social, Love or romance, Nineteenth century, Polygamy or bigamy, England or English people, Elections, Politicians, Ethics, Ireland or Irish people, Satire, Legislative bodies
- Locales: London, England
Characters Discussed
Phineas Finn (FIHN-ee-uhs), a young man retired from politics. After the death of his wife, he is invited back to resume his political career. Threatened by false charges of adultery and murder, he is cleared of the charges through the efforts of his loyal friends, is overwhelmingly elected, and becomes the hero of the hour. Deeply in love with Madame Marie Goesler, he marries her and, with her fortune, is able to act independently of his party when the occasion demands.
Madame Marie Max Goesler, a wealthy young widow long in love with Phineas Finn....
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