Eugene Aram A Tale - Couverture souple

Lytton, Edward Bulwer

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9358018399 ISBN 13 : 9789358018394

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2023

Synopsis

"Eugene Aram" is a novel written by Edward Bulwer-Lytton. The story is based on the life of a real person named Eugene Aram, who was a scholar, philologist, and murderer in the 18th century. The book is set in Yorkshire, England, and follows the life of Eugene Aram from his early years as an impoverished youth to his rise as a respected scholar. The story will take a turn to Eugene's life as a scholar and teacher, and his relationship with the wealthy family of Madeline Lester. Now, readers will focus on Eugene's trial and subsequent execution for the murder of Daniel. Throughout the book, Bulwer-Lytton explores themes of love, betrayal, jealousy, and revenge. The book is notable for its vivid descriptions of life in Yorkshire during this time period, as well as for its exploration of the psychological motivations behind Eugene's crime. Moreover, "Eugene Aram" is a fascinating book that delves deep into the human psyche and the nature of morality.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Edward George Bulwer Lytton was a prolific English author, poet, novelist and politician, he served at the prestigious post of Secretary of the State for the Colonies of the United Kingdom. He was born in London on 23 May 1803. His father was General William Bulwer of Heydon Hall, mother was Elizabeth Barbara Lytton. He was a delicate child but a rapid learner. He started writing verses at ten years of age. He went to Trinity College of Cambridge. For English verse Sculpture he won the Chancellor Gold Medal. His first novel, the glorious Byronic romance Falkland, was not liked by people. But his second novel, Pelham or The Adventure of a Gentleman, was a hit and he began his successful fluent career in literary writing. He joined politics as a member of the Whigs, liberal political party. He died on 18 January 1873. His notable works - Pelham, The Last Days of Pompeii, The Coming Race, The Haunted and Haunters, Zanoni: A Rosicrucian Tale, Harold: The Last of Saxon Kings, Alice or the Mysteries, Athens: It's Rise and Fall etc. Lytton used some considerable phrases - 'It was dark and Stormy night', 'Almighty dollar, the pen is mightier than the sword' etc.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2023
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9358018399
• ISBN 13: 9789358018394
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 363
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