Leila or, the Siege of Granada, Complete by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
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| Author | Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873 |
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| Title | Leila or, the Siege of Granada, Complete |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leila;_or,_The_Siege_of_Granada |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Leila or, the Siege of Granada, Complete" by Edward Bulwer Lytton is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century that explores the final struggles of the Moorish Kingdom of Granada in 1491. The narrative intricately weaves themes of enchantment, warfare, and cultural conflict, focusing on the intersecting lives of the young Moorish king Boabdil, the fierce general Muza, and the enigmatic enchanter Almamen. As the Christian forces lay siege to Granada, the story delves into the tensions, both political and personal, that arise amidst the chaos of impending change. The opening portion of the novel sets the stage for this historical drama, vividly depicting a moonlit Granada under siege, contrasting the serene city filled with musicians and storytellers against the looming threat from the outside. Readers are introduced to Almamen, whose reputation as an enchanter incites both awe and fear among the city's inhabitants, and the conflicted Boabdil, who struggles with his identity and responsibilities as a leader. Almamen’s mysterious motives and connections are hinted as he navigates the allegiances and tensions within the court. Additionally, the impending forbidden love story emerges between Muza, who seeks honor and strength, and Leila, a beautiful maiden harboring secrets of her own. These characters' complexities promise an engaging tale that explores loyalty, betrayal, and the weight of destiny during a pivotal moment in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Sieges -- Fiction |
| Subject | Granada (Spain) -- History -- Siege, 1491-1492 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 9761 |
| Release Date | Nov 27, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 94 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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