The Disowned Book I by Edward Bulwer-lytton

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: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)

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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

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