"Alice, or the Mysteries — Book 06" by Edward Bulwer Lytton is a 19th-century romance novel focused on the character Maltravers, who is caught between memories of his lost love, Evelyn, and the contrasting views of society. The story opens in Paris, where Maltravers interacts with diverse characters, including the opinionated Mr. Cleveland, whose prejudiced views highlight Maltravers’ more thoughtful nature. Haunted by memories of Valerie de Ventadour and driven by his feelings for Evelyn, Maltravers sets out on a journey of self-confrontation after Cleveland leaves. He reconnects with Valerie, blending past memories with his present self, hinting at themes of reconciliation and societal critique as he grapples with his identity and experiences love in Parisian society.
Alice, or the Mysteries — Book 06
By Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
Amidst the dazzling backdrop of 19th-century Paris, a man must navigate love, memory, and social criticism to find his place in the world.
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About the AuthorEdward George Earle Lytton Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton,, was an English writer and politician. He served as a Whig member of Parliament from 1831 to 1841 and a Conservative from 1851 to 1866. He was Secretary of State for the Colonies from June 1858 to June 1859, choosing Richard Clement Moody as founder of British Columbia. He was created Baron Lytton of Knebworth in 1866.
Edward George Earle Lytton Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton,, was an English writer and politician. He served as a Whig member of Parliament from 1831 to 1841 and a Conservative from 1851 to 1866. He was Secretary of State for the Colonies from June 1858 to June 1859, choosing Richard Clement Moody as founder of British Columbia. He was created Baron Lytton of Knebworth in 1866.
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