Framley Parsonage

Mark Robarts, a young vicar in Framley, Barsetshire, aspires to rise in social status and connect with the local elite. His ambition leads him to a precarious situation when a local MP pressures him into securing a significant loan that he cannot afford. This ill-fated decision sets off a series of events that significantly impact his life and career, exploring themes of ambition, societal pressure, and moral dilemmas in a tightly woven narrative.