The Caxtons Part I

The novel revolves around the Caxton family, focusing on the patriarch, Roland Caxton, a wealthy and reclusive gentleman who has made his fortune through questionable means. The story explores themes of morality, class, and social status as it delves into the complexities of the Caxton family's relationships and their struggles with their own identities.

By Edward Bulwer-lytton · First published 1849 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Family Saga, Romance · 6 chapters · 10,568 words

First lines

"Sir -- sir, it is a boy!"

"A boy," said my father, looking up from his book, and evidently much puzzled: "what is a boy?"

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: Edward Bulwer-lytton
• Date: 1849 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Historical Fiction, Family Saga, Romance, Adventure, Coming of Age
• Length: 10,568 words
• Structure: 6 chapters, 202 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Genres

• Historical Fiction — The narrative is set in a historical period and includes real events and characters from history.
• Family Saga — The story revolves around the lives and experiences of a family over several generations.
• Romance — The narrative includes elements of love and romantic relationships.
• Adventure — The plot involves elements of risk, danger, and excitement.

Tags

Victorian Era · Family Saga · Social Class · Romance · Drama · Historical Fiction · 19th Century · English Literature · Classic Novel · Family Relationships · Marriage · Love Triangle

Contents

• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER II
• CHAPTER III
• CHAPTER IV
• CHAPTER V
• CHAPTER VI

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