Résultats pour "Phineas" dans Sciences sociales et politiques

Phineas Finn is an Irish M.P.A. climbing the political ladder, largely through the assistance of his string of lovers. The questions he is forced to ask himself about honesty, independence, and parliamentary democracy are questions still asked today.

Phineas Finn, a handsome young man of 23, comes to England to make his fortune in parliamentary politics. But despite all his aspirations, Finn is haunted by ethical questions as his personal convictions conflict with his duty towards his party. Loyalty versus honor, love versus money, and privacy versus prominence: our eponymous hero faces a variety of dilemmas as he navigates his way through the House of Commons.

Dive into the captivating world of Phineas Finn, where ambition meets romance, and love is often intertwined with the pursuit of wealth. This novel unfolds against the backdrop of British parliamentary politics, exploring the complexities of relationships and the quest for power. - Summary by Deon Gines

Join Phineas Finn, the charismatic hero from an earlier installment, as he makes his triumphant return to London from Scotland, diving back into the tumultuous world of politics. Faced with challenges and obstacles, he manages to reclaim his seat in Parliament and reestablish his place in the social elite. As he navigates a web of intrigue and romance, Phineass journey is filled with excitement and unexpected twists. - Summary by Deon Gines

Dive into the world of Phineas Finn, the captivating sequel to “Can You Forgive Her?” and the second installment in Anthony Trollope’s renowned Palliser series. Follow the adventures of the ambitious young Irishman, Phineas Finn, as he navigates the complexities of English politics after becoming a member of Parliament. With Trollope’s own aspirations of political life woven into the narrative, the story not only explores the intricacies of governance but also delves into the tumultuous realm of love. Phineas finds himself torn between three enchanting women his childhood love, Mary ...

Dive into the riveting world of 15th and 16th century shipbuilding with Phineas Pett, a Master Shipbuilder from one of Englands most renowned shipbuilding families. His preserved journal, transcribed by Samuel Pepys and housed in the British Library, gives us an intimate look into the industrys critical and tumultuous period. Edited and published as an autobiography by William Gordon Perrin, this historical treasure was brought to public attention in 1918 by The Council of the Navy Records Society. - Summary by Lynne Thompson