Book Review: "The Warden" by Anthony Trollope - 1855

This was an enjoyable book that is about a good-hearted man, Mr. Harding, that is getting a fine living taking care of 12 indigent men in retirement.  The money comes from a fund that was created in a man's will many years before for just this purpose.  Over time, the invested money grew, so the living for Mr. Harding was very generous.

Mr. Bold questioned it, saying more money should go to the old men.  It ends up involving a lawsuit--and it all sends poor Mr. Harding into a moral crisis.  To complicate matters, Mr. Bold is courting Mr. Harding's daughter.

Mr. Bold just wants to do what is right--and he is in great anguish.

I liked this book because I loved how the characters and the conflict seemed so real.

I am now reading the sequel, "Barchester Towers."   It is just and interesting.