To K -- -- the Seat of Mrs
The story revolves around a mysterious and beautiful woman who takes the seat of Mrs. -- at a dinner party hosted by Lady Sutherland. The protagonist, a young man named Ernest Maltravers, becomes infatuated with her and decides to uncover her identity. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he discovers that she is connected to his own family's dark past and a tragedy that occurred years ago.
By Edward Bulwer-lytton · First published 1840 · Genre: Poetry, Historical, Romantic · 987 words
First lines
_Written at Fifteen Years Old._
Hail, lofty domes, hail, venerable place, The noble dwelling of a nobler race.
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To K -- -- the Seat of Mrs is listed on Textopian as a short story by Edward Bulwer-lytton, dated 1840 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Edward Bulwer-lytton
- Date: 1840 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Historical, Romantic, Pastoral, Elegy
- Length: 987 words
- Structure: 1 section, 21 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse, with a focus on rhythm, meter, and poetic devices.
- Historical — The poem references historical events, figures, and settings, particularly those related to feudal times and chivalry.
- Romantic — Themes of love, beauty, and nostalgia for the past are prevalent throughout the poem.
- Pastoral — The poem includes descriptions of nature, landscapes, and rural life, emphasizing the beauty of the natural world.
Tags
Victorian Era · Gothic Fiction · Mystery · Romance · Supernatural · Family Drama · Wealth and Class · Social Hierarchy · Marriage and Relationships · Inheritance · Power Struggle · Secrets and Deception