Alice, Book XI
The novel revolves around the story of Ernest Maltravers, a young man who becomes infatuated with a mysterious and beautiful woman named Alice Darvil. As their relationship deepens, Ernest's family and friends become increasingly concerned about his obsession with Alice, fearing that she may be using her charms to manipulate him for her own gain.
By Edward Bulwer-lytton · First published 1862 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama · 8 chapters · 16,162 words
First lines
"Man is born to be a doer of good. " -- MARCUS ANTONINUS, lib. iii.
His teeth he still did grind, And grimly gnash, threatening revenge in vain. -- SPENSER.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Edward Bulwer-lytton
- Date: 1862 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama, Mystery, Philosophical Fiction
- Length: 16,162 words
- Structure: 8 chapters, 225 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — Set in a specific historical period with detailed descriptions of the era.
- Romance — Central focus on romantic relationships and emotional development.
- Drama — Intense character development and interpersonal conflicts.
- Mystery — Elements of suspense and uncovering hidden truths.
Tags
Fantasy · Adventure · Romance · Mystery · Gothic · Supernatural · Occult · Esoteric · Philosophical · Psychological · Victorian · Era Fiction
Contents
- CHAPTER I
- CHAPTER II
- CHAPTER III
- CHAPTER IV
- CHAPTER V
- CHAPTER VI
- CHAPTER VII
- CHAPTER VIII