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100 1 _aLytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron,
_d1803-1873
245 1 0 _aAlice, or the Mysteries — Book 01
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2006-01-01
508 _aProduced by Dagny; and by David Widger
520 _a"Alice, or the Mysteries — Book 01" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton is a novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The opening chapters introduce us to the serene life of Lady Vargrave and her daughter, Evelyn, who reside in a secluded cottage in Devonshire. The narrative paints a vivid picture of their tranquil existence, interwoven with themes of love, duty, and the weight of familial expectations, especially as Evelyn grapples with the idea of marrying Lord Vargrave, a man she does not love. The beginning of the novel sets a reflective tone, establishing relationships between Lady Vargrave, her elderly friend Mrs. Leslie, and the youthful and vibrant Evelyn. Lady Vargrave expresses her trepidations about an impending marriage proposal for Evelyn from Lord Vargrave, who is described as ambitious and possibly heartless. As the tension in family responsibilities heightens, Evelyn, a delicate and spirited young woman, seeks both her mother’s love and affirmation as she navigates the complexities of her affections and the societal pressure of her betrothal. The early chapters establish the foundational conflicts of the narrative—internal struggles with self-identity and societal roles, making it a character-driven exploration of human emotion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish fiction -- 19th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9763
999 _c51384
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