A Strange Story — Volume 08 by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
"A Strange Story — Volume 08" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton is a philosophical novel written during the mid-19th century. The narrative revolves around Allen Fenwick, a man torn between reason and emotion as he grapples with the deteriorating health of his beloved Lilian and the enigmatic presence of Margrave, a figure associated with mysterious powers and the elixir of life. Themes of scientific inquiry, the struggle for knowledge, and the
complexities of human relationships interplay as Fenwick navigates personal grief and the weight of existential questions. The opening portion sets the stage for a gripping tale filled with tension and reflection. Allen returns to his philosophical work as a distraction from his despair over Lilian's illness, only to be haunted by the possibility of Margrave’s malevolent influence. As Lilian’s health declines dangerously, Allen becomes increasingly desperate, leading to a profound encounter with Margrave, who claims to possess the secret to life renewal. The narration is steeped in introspection, exploring the dichotomy between scientific rationality and the mystical, setting the backdrop for the unfolding drama of love, despair, and the quest for understanding in a world filled with uncertainties. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Author | Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873 |
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Title | A Strange Story — Volume 08 |
Note | Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
Credits | This eBook was produced by Andrew Heath and David Widger |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 7699 |
Release Date | Mar 1, 2005 |
Most Recently Updated | Dec 30, 2020 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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