
The Disowned Book III
The story revolves around the life of a young man named Ernest Maltravers, who becomes embroiled in a complex web of relationships and deceit. After being disowned by his wealthy uncle, Ernest sets out to make a name for himself and reclaim his rightful inheritance. Along the way, he encounters a cast of characters, including the beautiful and mysterious Alice Darvil, who becomes the object of his affections. As Ernest navigates the treacherous waters of high society, he must confront his own demons and make difficult choices that will determine the course of his life forever.
By Edward Bulwer-lytton · First published 1835 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure · 16 chapters · 27,899 words
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Mrs. Trinket. What d'ye buy, what d'ye lack, gentlemen? Gloves, ribbons, and essences, -- ribbons, gloves, and essences. ETHEREGE.
"And so, my love," said Mr. Copperas, one morning at breakfast, to his wife, his right leg being turned over his left, and his dexter hand conveying to his mouth a huge morsel of buttered cake, -- "and, so my love, they say that the old fool is going to leave the jackanapes all his fortune?"
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Edward Bulwer-lytton
- Date: 1835 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure, Drama
- Length: 27,899 words
- Structure: 16 chapters, 443 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.
- Romance — The narrative includes a significant focus on romantic relationships between characters.
- Adventure — The narrative includes elements of adventure, with characters embarking on journeys and facing challenges.
- Drama — The narrative includes dramatic elements, with characters facing personal and interpersonal conflicts.
Tags
Victorian Era · Gothic Fiction · Mystery · Romance · Family Drama · Social Class · Inheritance · Wealth · Power Struggle · Family Secrets · Dark Past · Tragic Events
Contents
- CHAPTER XXI
- CHAPTER XXII
- CHAPTER XXIII
- CHAPTER XXIV
- CHAPTER XXV
- CHAPTER XXVI
- CHAPTER XXVII
- CHAPTER XXVIII
- CHAPTER XXIX
- CHAPTER XXX
- CHAPTER XXXI
- CHAPTER XXXII
- CHAPTER XXXIII
- CHAPTER XXXIV
- CHAPTER XXXV
- CHAPTER XXXVI
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