Alice, or the Mysteries — Book 09 by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
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| Author | Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873 |
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| Title | Alice, or the Mysteries — Book 09 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Dagny; and by David Widger |
| Summary | "Alice, or the Mysteries — Book 09" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton is a novel written during the Victorian era. This dramatic work delves into themes of love, secrecy, and societal intrigue, primarily centering on the complicated dynamics of identity and family relationships. The plot intertwines the lives of its characters against a backdrop of ambition and social standing, highlighting the personal struggles they face within the constraints of their society. The narrative follows Lord Vargrave, who, despite battling illness, becomes embroiled in a web of personal and political machinations after learning that his ward, Evelyn, is to be married by one of his rivals, Maltravers. As the story unfolds, secrets from the past surface, revealing connections between the characters that complicate their relationships. Maltravers discovers that Evelyn is the daughter of his former lover, Alice, begotten during a tumultuous romance shrouded in deception and heartache. This revelation leads to a profound emotional crisis for Maltravers, who grapples with his conflicting feelings towards Evelyn and the mother he has wronged. The book ultimately explores the intersections of love, guilt, and redemption in a world that is both unforgiving and rife with hidden truths. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 9771 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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