Lucretia — Complete by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton

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Author Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873
Title Lucretia — Complete
Note Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger
Summary "Lucretia — Complete" by Edward Bulwer Lytton is a novel written in the early 19th century that explores complex themes surrounding human nature, ambition, and the moral impact of society and upbringing. The narrative centers on Lucretia Clavering, an heiress raised in a household marked by pride and ambition, and examines her intricate relationships with her uncle, Sir Miles St. John, as well as with potential suitors who embody contrasting societal standings. The beginning of the novel establishes a dark and atmospheric setting, beginning with a scene during the Reign of Terror in Paris, where a father observes his son’s fascination with a spider's web as they head to witness an execution—foreshadowing themes of violence and moral corruption. This somber tension shifts to a family setting in England several years later, where Lucretia is introduced alongside characters like the ambitious Mainwaring, who struggles with his feelings for her and the shadow of her lineage, and her tutor Dalibard, who grapples with the ramifications of their ambitions. The prologue and opening chapters set up a rich psychological exploration of Lucretia's character, her upbringing, and the complex interplay between personal desires and societal expectations, hinting at the turbulent journey that lies ahead for her and those around her. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject London (England) -- Fiction
Subject Detective and mystery stories, English
Subject English fiction -- 19th century
Subject Crime -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 7691
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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