Lucile by Earl of Edward Robert Bulwer Lytton Lytton
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"Lucile" by Owen Meredith is a narrative poem written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the complex emotional landscape of the main characters, particularly Lord Alfred Vargrave and the woman he once loved, Lucile de Nevers. As we delve into the tale, themes of love, regret, and the passage of time become apparent, with a backdrop that spans both the beauty of nature and the societal norms of the
era. At the start of the poem, we are introduced to the world of Alfred Vargrave, who receives a letter from Lucile, prompting him to revisit a past that is fraught with unfulfilled emotions. Amidst discussions with his irreverent cousin John, Alfred's tumultuous feelings towards Lucile and his impending marriage to another woman, Miss Darcy, come to the fore. Through graceful verse, we witness Alfred's inner turmoil as he grapples with the decision to return to Lucile - an act that symbolizes both a longing for the past and a confrontation with unresolved feelings. The narrative intricately sets the stage for a collision of old affections and new commitments, laying a strong emotional foundation for the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lytton, Edward Robert Bulwer Lytton, Earl of, 1831-1891 |
|---|---|
| Title | Lucile |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lucile_(poem) |
| Credits | Produced by Donald Lainson, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 86.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 1852 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-01852-2 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 1999 |
| Last Update | Feb 7, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 894 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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