Ernest Maltravers — Volume 03 by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton

"Ernest Maltravers — Volume 03" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton is a novel crafted during the early to mid-19th century, a period typically defined by the Victorian era. The narrative explores themes of ambition, artistry, and the complexities of human relationships, particularly delving into the lives and emotions of its characters against the backdrop of picturesque Italy. The story revolves around Maltravers, a young Englishman, and examines his struggles with creative aspirations and the societal expectations of his time. This volume follows Maltravers as he becomes entwined with the De Montaigne family, particularly with Teresa, the vivacious former opera singer, and her brooding brother, Castruccio Cesarini. Throughout the book, Maltravers grapples with his artistic identity, caught between his aspirations for literary acclaim and the melancholy undercurrents of his companions' lives. As he navigates the themes of love, ambition, and the impact of praise on creativity, he also faces the introspective journey of self-discovery fueled by his new friendships. Ultimately, the novel paints a vivid portrait of the nuanced interplay between personal longing and the quest for recognition within the artistic realm. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873
Title Ernest Maltravers — Volume 03
Note Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ernest_Maltravers_(novel)
Credits This eBook was produced by Dagny, and David Widger
Reading Level Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English fiction -- 19th century
Category Text
eBook-No. 7642
Release Date
Last Update Dec 30, 2020
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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