Dr Wortles School

Dr. Wortle's School is a sharp critique of Victorian-era morality and hypocrisy, exploring the conflicts that arise when a school principal's personal integrity is challenged by societal gossip and moral expectations. The novel examines themes of humanism and social pressure, prompting reflection on the values of late 19th-century English society. Considered one of Trollope's most notable works, it offers a thought-provoking look at the tensions between individual principles and social conformity.