The Caxtons: A Family Picture — Volume 04

"The Caxtons: A Family Picture — Volume 04" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton is a Victorian novel centered around family, society, and growing up. It follows Pisistratus Caxton as he makes his way to London and learns about life from his Uncle Roland and others, such as Hal Peacock and a Savoyard. As the protagonist considers his father's studies and other people's high-minded ideas, he must come to terms with his role in a world filled with social classes, morality, and historical events, all while the author utilizes humor and irony to share his story.