Alice, or the Mysteries — Book 02 by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
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"Alice, or the Mysteries — Book 02" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton is a novel set in the early to mid-19th century, likely during the Victorian era. This book is part of a larger series, exploring themes of love, societal norms, and individual character development. It intricately depicts the lives and interactions of its characters against the backdrop of class and wealth, particularly focusing on the heiress Evelyn Cameron and her relationship
with the enigmatic Ernest Maltravers. The narrative revolves around the life of Evelyn Cameron, a beautiful and wealthy heiress, who finds herself navigating the complexities of social expectations and personal desires after her engagement to Lord Vargrave. Evelyn is depicted as kind-hearted, innocent, and susceptible to the attentions of the introspective Maltravers, who grapples with his own disillusionment and pride. As they engage in thoughtful conversations and explore their mutual attraction, the story unfolds to reveal the challenges posed by class disparities and emotional entanglements, leading to an eventual conflict between societal pressures and personal happiness. The novel captures the essence of longing, self-discovery, and the struggle for individuality in an era defined by rigid social structures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873 |
|---|---|
| Title | Alice, or the Mysteries — Book 02 |
| Credits | Produced by Dagny; and by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.8 (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. | 9764 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 230 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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