The Disowned Book I
The novel revolves around the life of a young man named Ernest Maltravers, who is disowned by his wealthy father for marrying a woman from a lower social class. The story follows Ernest's struggles to make a name for himself and regain his family's recognition, while also exploring themes of love, class, and identity.
By Edward Bulwer-lytton · First published 1835 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure · 10 chapters · 27,801 words
First lines
I'll tell you a story if you please to attend. G. KNIGHT: Limbo.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Edward Bulwer-lytton
- Date: 1835 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure, Drama
- Length: 27,801 words
- Structure: 10 chapters, 420 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Confusing
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The narrative is set in a historical period and includes real events and characters from history.
- Romance — The narrative includes a significant focus on romantic relationships and love.
- Adventure — The narrative includes elements of adventure, such as travel, exploration, and risk-taking.
- Drama — The narrative includes dramatic elements, such as conflict, tension, and emotional highs and lows.
Tags
Gothic Fiction · Mystery · Romance · Family Drama · Inheritance · Wealth · Power Struggle · Social Class · 19th Century Literature · English Literature · Victorian Era · Dark Secrets
Contents
- CHAPTER I
- CHAPTER II
- CHAPTER III
- CHAPTER IV
- CHAPTER V
- CHAPTER VI
- CHAPTER VII
- CHAPTER VIII
- CHAPTER IX
- CHAPTER X