Kenelm Chillingly — Volume 04 by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
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"Kenelm Chillingly — Volume 04" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton is a novel written during the mid-19th century. The story unfolds in London, where we meet Kenelm Chillingly, who has recently returned after an absence of over a year and a half. The narrative explores themes of ambition, societal expectation, and personal identity through the experiences of Kenelm and his interactions with various characters, including his cousin Gordon and Lady Glenalvon, as
he navigates the complexities of the social elite. At the start of the book, we find Kenelm at a social gathering hosted by Lord Beaumanoir, where political intrigues are afoot as rival factions discuss the potential for career advancements within Parliament. Kenelm appears somewhat withdrawn and contemplative, contrasted with the ambitious young Gordon, who eagerly seeks a political career yet struggles with the financial burdens of political candidacy. The opening section introduces us to key players in this social milieu, highlighting their distinct aspirations and perspectives on politics, social order, and personal ambitions, shaping the backdrop for Kenelm's own journey of self-discovery amid the expectations placed on him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873 |
|---|---|
| Title | Kenelm Chillingly — Volume 04 |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.3 (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. | 7653 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 205 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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