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The novel follows the lives of a large cast of characters including financiers politicians and social climbers as they navigate the worlds of high finance politics and society. At the center of the story is the character of Augustus Melmotte a wealthy and powerful financier who is both admired and reviled by those around him. Melmottes rise to power and influence is driven by his financial machinations and his ability to manipulate those around him. He is a symbol of the greed and corruption that pervades Victorian society and his story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked ambition and the pursuit of wealth at any cost. The Way We Live Now is also notable for its portrayal of the rising middle class and its critique of the class system that underpinned Victorian society. Trollope explores themes such as love marriage social mobility and the tension between tradition and progress all against the backdrop of a society that is rapidly changing and evolving. Trollopes writing style is characterized by its realism wit and sharp social commentary. He is known for his ability to create complex and memorable characters and to explore the moral and social issues of his time with insight and empathy. The Way We Live Now is a powerful and enduring work of fiction that remains relevant today for its critique of the excesses of capitalism and the dangers of moral and social decay.