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Title: A Strange Story — Volume 05
Credits: This eBook was produced by Andrew Heath and David Widger
Summary: "A Strange Story — Volume 05" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton is a novel written in the mid-19th century that explores themes of innocence, intrigue, and the supernatural intertwined with human emotion. The narrative follows the protagonist, Allen Fenwick, who grapples with a false murder accusation while delving into a world of mysterious influence led by the enigmatic character Margrave, whose actions profoundly affect both Fenwick's fate and the life of his betrothed, Lilian. The opening portion of the novel introduces the turmoil that Fenwick faces as he contemplates the possibility of his own guilt while receiving letters of support from Lilian and her mother, Mrs. Ashleigh. In a dramatic turning point, Fenwick encounters a supernatural entity referred to as the "luminous Shadow," which presents him with a deal that forces him to confront the tensions between love, self-sacrifice, and the occult. As the story unfolds, Fenwick's struggles intensify as Margrave's influence over Lilian raises concerns about her well-being and their relationship. The narrative sets a richly psychological stage where questions of agency, love, and the supernatural intertwine, establishing a captivating read for those interested in Victorian literature laced with mystery and moral complexity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873
EBook No.: 7696
Published: Mar 1, 2005
Downloads: 154
Language: English
Subject: English fiction -- 19th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A Strange Story — Volume 05
Credits: This eBook was produced by Andrew Heath and David Widger
Summary: "A Strange Story — Volume 05" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton is a novel written in the mid-19th century that explores themes of innocence, intrigue, and the supernatural intertwined with human emotion. The narrative follows the protagonist, Allen Fenwick, who grapples with a false murder accusation while delving into a world of mysterious influence led by the enigmatic character Margrave, whose actions profoundly affect both Fenwick's fate and the life of his betrothed, Lilian. The opening portion of the novel introduces the turmoil that Fenwick faces as he contemplates the possibility of his own guilt while receiving letters of support from Lilian and her mother, Mrs. Ashleigh. In a dramatic turning point, Fenwick encounters a supernatural entity referred to as the "luminous Shadow," which presents him with a deal that forces him to confront the tensions between love, self-sacrifice, and the occult. As the story unfolds, Fenwick's struggles intensify as Margrave's influence over Lilian raises concerns about her well-being and their relationship. The narrative sets a richly psychological stage where questions of agency, love, and the supernatural intertwine, establishing a captivating read for those interested in Victorian literature laced with mystery and moral complexity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873
EBook No.: 7696
Published: Mar 1, 2005
Downloads: 154
Language: English
Subject: English fiction -- 19th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.