| Author |
Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873 |
| Title |
A Strange Story — Volume 03
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by Andrew Heath and David Widger
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| Summary |
"A Strange Story — Volume 03" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton is a fictional work written in the mid-19th century. The narrative revolves around the enigmatic character, Margrave, whose youthful appearance belies a wealth of worldly experience. Their interactions lead to deep philosophical discussions and unsettling events as the protagonist navigates the complexities of Margrave's personality and ambitions. The opening portion of the volume establishes the close yet perplexing relationship between the narrator and Margrave, whose charm and youthful demeanor mask potential moral flaws. Their dialogues touch on themes of love, youth, and the nature of humanity, exposing Margrave's cynical views alongside his fascination with music. The tension builds as the narrator witnesses Margrave's lack of empathy in a troubling incident with children, leading to a growing unease about his character. Meanwhile, social dynamics surrounding the mayor's impending ball reveal Margrave's influence as a newcomer and raise anticipations of further developments. The relationship with another character, Sir Philip Derval, hints at deeper connections and conflicts that may arise as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7694 |
| Release Date |
Mar 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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