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Title: The Parisians — Volume 04
Note: Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Parisians — Volume 04" by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a novel written during the mid-19th century, set in the vibrant backdrop of Parisian culture and society. The narrative delves into the lives of its characters, particularly focusing on their intricate relationships, aspirations, and artistic pursuits. The main figures introduced include Isaura Cicogna, a talented young singer grappling with her career choices, and Graham Vane, a nobleman who becomes drawn to her despite the societal tension between their different worlds. The opening of the text presents a correspondence from Isaura to Madame de Grantmesnil, revealing her deep reflections on the creative process and the interplay of fame and personal connection for authors. She mentions M. Savarin and his opinions on literature, emphasizing the artist's solitude and the pain of detached criticism. As Isaura grapples with her own artistic aspirations and the societal expectations facing her as a woman, she reflects on her feelings for Graham Vane. Furthermore, Graham is depicted making efforts to balance his feelings for Isaura with his ambitions and uncertainties, hinting at their emotional struggles and the burgeoning bond between them. This thoughtful exploration of love, ambition, and identity sets the stage for a rich story filled with romantic and societal complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873
EBook No.: 7740
Published: Mar 1, 2005
Downloads: 135
Language: English
Subject: English fiction -- 19th century
Subject: Paris (France) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Parisians — Volume 04
Note: Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Parisians — Volume 04" by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a novel written during the mid-19th century, set in the vibrant backdrop of Parisian culture and society. The narrative delves into the lives of its characters, particularly focusing on their intricate relationships, aspirations, and artistic pursuits. The main figures introduced include Isaura Cicogna, a talented young singer grappling with her career choices, and Graham Vane, a nobleman who becomes drawn to her despite the societal tension between their different worlds. The opening of the text presents a correspondence from Isaura to Madame de Grantmesnil, revealing her deep reflections on the creative process and the interplay of fame and personal connection for authors. She mentions M. Savarin and his opinions on literature, emphasizing the artist's solitude and the pain of detached criticism. As Isaura grapples with her own artistic aspirations and the societal expectations facing her as a woman, she reflects on her feelings for Graham Vane. Furthermore, Graham is depicted making efforts to balance his feelings for Isaura with his ambitions and uncertainties, hinting at their emotional struggles and the burgeoning bond between them. This thoughtful exploration of love, ambition, and identity sets the stage for a rich story filled with romantic and societal complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873
EBook No.: 7740
Published: Mar 1, 2005
Downloads: 135
Language: English
Subject: English fiction -- 19th century
Subject: Paris (France) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.