Why Frau Frohmann Raised Her Prices

Name: Why Frau Frohmann Raised Her Prices
Author: Anthony Trollope

The story revolves around a woman who raises her prices after being asked to do so by her husband. The narrative explores themes of marriage, relationships and societal expectations. The protagonist's decision is met with resistance from her customers, leading to a series of events that challenge her understanding of her role in the community. As tensions rise, the protagonist must navigate the complexities of her relationships and confront the consequences of her actions. The story raises questions about the nature of compromise and the impact of societal pressures on individual decisions. The narrative is characterized by its straightforward and matter-of-fact tone, which serves to highlight the absurdity of the situation.

By Anthony Trollope · First published 1879 · Genre: Short Story, Victorian Literature, Social Commentary · 31,287 words

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If ever there was a Tory upon earth, the Frau Frohmann was a Tory; for I hold that landed possessions, gentle blood, a gray-haired butler behind one's chair, and adherence to the Church of England, are not necessarily the distinguishing marks of Toryism. The Frau Frohmann was a woman who loved power, but who loved to use it for the benefit of those around her -- or at any rate to think that she so used it. She believed in the principles of despotism and paternal government -- but always on the understanding that she was to be the despot. In her heart of hearts she disliked education, thinking that it unfitted the minds of her humbler brethren for the duties of their lives. She hated, indeed, all changes -- changes in costume, changes in hours, changes in cookery, and changes in furniture; but of all changes she perhaps hated changes in prices the most. Gradually there had come over her a melancholy conviction that the world cannot go on altogether unaltered.

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Work type: Novella
Author: Anthony Trollope
Date: 1879 CE
Language: English
Genres: Short Story, Victorian Literature, Social Commentary, Realism
Length: 31,287 words
Structure: 1 section, 377 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Short Story — The book 'Why Frau Frohmann Raised Her Prices' is considered a short story due to its brief and self-contained narrative.
Victorian Literature — The book was written in the Victorian era by British writer, Anthony Trollope. It features themes, styles and concerns characteristic of Victorian literature such as emphasis on family values, moralistic tone, and social commentary.
Social Commentary — This story offers a depiction and criticism of social norms and class inequalities in the Victorian era, making it a work of social commentary.
Realism — Anthony Trollope is renowned for his realistic storytelling, as evidenced in this book where he depicts daily life and societal dynamics in authentic detail.