Dr. Thomas Thorne is a fictional character created by author Anthony Trollope. He appears in the novel titled "Dr. Thorne," which is part of the Chronicles of Barsetshire series. Dr. Thorne is portrayed as a kind-hearted and principled physician who lives in the village of Greshamsbury. In the story, Dr. Thorne is also the guardian of his niece, Mary Thorne, who is central to the plot. The novel explores themes of social class, love, and morality, with Dr. Thorne's character embodying integrity and compassion in a society marked by rigid class distinctions.