A Strange Story — Complete by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton

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Author Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873
Title A Strange Story — Complete
Note Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Andrew Heath and David Widger
Summary "A Strange Story — Complete" by Edward Bulwer Lytton is a novel likely written in the mid-19th century. It explores the intricate relationships between science, philosophy, and the supernatural through the experiences of its protagonist, Dr. Allen Fenwick, a physician who grapples with profound moral and existential questions as he embarks on a journey influenced by ambition and romantic entanglements. The novel is set against a backdrop of societal expectations and personal ambition, promising a complex interplay of human emotions and intellectual debates. The opening of the novel introduces us to Dr. Fenwick, who moves to a wealthy English town to establish his medical practice. A chance encounter with a renowned physician, Dr. Julius Faber, sets the stage for Fenwick’s rapid rise in reputation as he becomes Faber's partner. The narrative delves into Fenwick’s character, revealing a man of ambition, intellectual pride, and a healthy skepticism of the supernatural. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself in a controversial conflict over the emerging ideas of mesmerism and its implications, particularly as it relates to Dr. Lloyd, Fenwick's rival. This professional rivalry intertwines with Fenwick’s personal life as he becomes captivated by Lilian Ashleigh, setting up a battle between his rational beliefs and the emerging supernatural influences around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English fiction -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 7701
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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