Edward Bulwer Lytton

Broschiertes Buch

Pelham Volume IV

Beschreibung

Pelham (Volume IV) by Edward Bulwer-Lytton concludes the social satire set in Victorian England, providing a final examination of aristocracy and high society. This volume continues to explore themes of romance and intrigue, focusing on the resolution of character arcs and personal transformation. Bulwer-Lytton's wit and humor are employed to offer a sharp critique of social class and political dynamics, reflecting on Victorian manners and moral dilemmas. The narrative highlights career achievements, family relationships, and romantic resolutions, adding depth to the portrayal of London society. As the story reaches its conclusion, the book delivers final reflections on the social commentary woven throughout the series. The exploration of personal evolution and social critique underscores the significance of the novel within 19th-century fiction, offering readers a nuanced view of the intricacies of social norms and individual growth. Through its detailed examination of character and society, Volume IV provides a fitting end to Bulwer-Lytton's engaging narrative.

Autor

Edward George Earle Lytton Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton, PC was an English author and politician who was born on May 25, 1803 and died on January 18, 1873. Between 1831 and 1841, he was a Whig member of Parliament. From 1851 to 1866, he was a Conservative member. From June 1858 to June 1859, he was Secretary of State for the Colonies. During that time, he chose Richard Clement Moody to be the first governor of British Columbia. After King Otto gave up his throne in 1862, he turned down the Crown of Greece. In 1866, he was made Baron Lytton of Knebworth. His writings were well known at the time he wrote them. "The pen is mightier than the sword," "dweller on the threshold," "the great unwashed," and the opening line "It was a dark and stormy night" were all quotes that he came up with. Since 1982, the sarcastic Bulwer-Lytton Fiction Contest has been held every year. Its goal is to find the "beginning sentence of the worst of all possible novels." On May 25, 1803, General William Earle Bulwer of Heydon Hall and Wood Dalling, Norfolk, and Elizabeth Barbara Lytton, daughter of Richard Warburton Lytton of Knebworth House, Hertfordshire, had a child. This child was Bulwer. His brothers were William Earle Lytton Bulwer (1799-1877) and Henry (1801-1872), who became Lord Dalling and Bulwer.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 68
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 99g
• ISBN-13: 9789367147993
• ISBN-10: 9367147996
• Artikelnr.: 73246012