The Parisians, Book XII

Name: The Parisians, Book XII
Author: Edward Bulwer-lytton

The novel revolves around the French Revolution, focusing on the Reign of Terror and its aftermath. The story follows a group of characters, including aristocrats, politicians, and commoners, as they navigate the tumultuous period in French history. The narrative explores themes of love, loyalty, power, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of violent upheaval and radical social change.

By Edward Bulwer-lytton · First published 1837 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Social Commentary, Romance · 15 chapters · 37,929 words

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The last book closed with the success of the Parisian sortie on the 30th of November, to be followed by the terrible engagements no less honourable to French valour, on the 2nd of December. There was the sanguine belief that deliverance was at hand; that Trochu would break through the circle of iron, and effect that junction with the army of Aurelles de Paladine which would compel the Germans to raise the investment; -- belief rudely shaken by Ducrot's proclamation of the 4th, to explain the recrossing of the Marne, and the abandonment of the positions conquered, but not altogether dispelled till von Moltke's letter to Trochu on the 5th announcing the defeat of the army of the Loire and the recapture of Orleans. Even then the Parisians did not lose hope of succour; and even after the desperate and fruitless sortie against Le Bourget on the 21st, it was not without witticisms on defeat and predictions of triumph, that Winter and Famine settled sullenly on the city.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Edward Bulwer-lytton
Date: 1837 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Social Commentary, Romance, Drama, Political Fiction
Length: 37,929 words
Structure: 15 chapters, 472 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)

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Genres

Historical Fiction — Set in a specific historical period with detailed descriptions of the era.
Social Commentary — Explores societal norms, class structures, and cultural issues.
Romance — Contains romantic relationships and emotional entanglements.
Drama — Features intense character development and interpersonal conflicts.