Devereux — Volume 04 by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
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| Author | Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873 |
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| Title | Devereux — Volume 04 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by Dagny, and David Widger |
| Summary | "Devereux — Volume 04" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton is a novel written in the early 19th century. Set against a backdrop of intrigue, betrayal, and personal vendetta, the story revolves around the main character grappling with the aftermath of violence and loss. As he seeks to reclaim his dignity and uncover the truth behind a murder, themes of justice, revenge, and moral complexity are explored, particularly as they relate to his rival, Gerald, and his love interest, Isora. The opening of the novel describes a traumatized protagonist emerging from a long period of affliction and madness, haunted by the brutal murder of Isora and the loss of a crucial packet of documents. As he struggles to understand the circumstances surrounding the events, suspicion falls on Gerald, who seems to gain from the chaos. Meanwhile, the protagonist's investigation leads him to question various characters, including Desmarais, while external perceptions sway toward viewing him as the potential villain. This initial chapter effectively sets the stage for a narrative steeped in psychological tension and moral ambiguity, hinting at a complex interplay of personal and political motives that will unfold throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Anne, 1702-1714 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7627 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 37 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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