Alice, or the Mysteries - Book 07

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Alice, or the Mysteries - Book 07" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton is a Victorian era novel that explores themes of love, social status, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against a backdrop of societal expectations and personal ambitions, this installment continues to follow the intricate lives of its characters as they navigate love, politics, and personal revelations. In this book, Lord Vargrave embarks on a journey to visit various locations, including C-----, where he seeks to solidify his political influence and confront unresolved family histories. His interaction with Mr. Winsley, a brewer with ties to his late uncle, reveals tensions from the past that complicate his desire for political leverage. Throughout his travels, Vargrave also contemplates relationships, particularly with Evelyn and Ernest Maltravers, leading him to uncover secrets tied to his family's legacy, ultimately revealing how deeply entwined their fates are. The narrative weaves together elements of intrigue, social commentary, and romantic entanglements, posing questions about identity and moral integrity in a rapidly changing society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Dagny; and by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-01-01