02234cam a22003013u 4500 9764 UtSlPG 20260610133235.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873 Alice, or the Mysteries — Book 02 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-01-01 Produced by Dagny; and by David Widger "Alice, or the Mysteries — Book 02" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton is a novel set in the early to mid-19th century, likely during the Victorian era. This book is part of a larger series, exploring themes of love, societal norms, and individual character development. It intricately depicts the lives and interactions of its characters against the backdrop of class and wealth, particularly focusing on the heiress Evelyn Cameron and her relationship with the enigmatic Ernest Maltravers. The narrative revolves around the life of Evelyn Cameron, a beautiful and wealthy heiress, who finds herself navigating the complexities of social expectations and personal desires after her engagement to Lord Vargrave. Evelyn is depicted as kind-hearted, innocent, and susceptible to the attentions of the introspective Maltravers, who grapples with his own disillusionment and pride. As they engage in thoughtful conversations and explore their mutual attraction, the story unfolds to reveal the challenges posed by class disparities and emotional entanglements, leading to an eventual conflict between societal pressures and personal happiness. The novel captures the essence of longing, self-discovery, and the struggle for individuality in an era defined by rigid social structures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English fiction -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9764 51385 51385