About this book
In Anthony Trollope's gripping 1869 novel He Knew He Was Right, a marriage crumbles under the weight of destructive pride, jealousy, and unwillingness to compromise. When Louis Trevelyon becomes consumed by unfounded suspicions about his wife Emily's friendship with an older family friend, his obsessive accusations drive her away—and her stubborn refusal to submit only deepens his conviction that he was right all along. What unfolds is a tragic portrait of how certainty can poison love, as both partners dig in their heels, unable to bridge the chasm of misunderstanding between them.
Beyond the central conflict, Trollope masterfully weaves together a rich tapestry of secondary characters and intricate subplots that breathe with vitality and charm. From the meddlesome Lady Milborough to the earnest Hugh Stanbury and the unforgettable Miss Jemima Stanbury, the supporting cast brings depth and humor to this complex narrative of Victorian domestic life.
This Victorian-era romance explores timeless themes of jealousy, stubbornness, and the devastating consequences of pride within marriage. Perfect for listeners drawn to psychological character studies, period fiction, and Trollope's incisive social commentary, He Knew He Was Right remains a powerful meditation on how the need to be right can destroy the very thing we cherish most.
