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Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron
1803
1873
Bulwer-Lytton, Edward George Earle Lytton, 1st Baron
Bulwer, Edward Lytton
Lytton, Edward Bulwer
The Parisians — Complete
Produced by David Widger
"The Parisians" by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a novel written in the late 19th century. It unfolds a rich tapestry of life and society in Paris, reflecting on themes of social dynamics, wealth, and identity through the lens of its characters’ interactions and experiences in a modernizing France. The novel appears to explore the effects of contemporary ideas on the community as a whole, with particular focus on its main character, Alain de Rochebriant, a young Marquis navigating the complexities of social status and financial struggle in Paris. At the start of the novel, we meet Alain, who has recently arrived in Paris after inheriting a title and a legacy of financial ruin from his father. The narrative introduces a vibrant Parisian backdrop filled with idlers and the lively ambiance of the city's famed locations while contrasting Alain's noble heritage against his humble circumstances. Through his chance encounters with an old friend, Frederic Lemercier, and subsequent discussions about their differing social statuses, we see Alain's attempts to acclimatize to the city and establish his identity amidst old expectations and new realities. The opening sets the stage for a detailed exploration of class, ambition, and personal relationships, hinting at the conflicts and developments to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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English fiction -- 19th century
Paris (France) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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Historical Fiction
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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