Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
Librería Samer Atenea
Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
Kálamo Books
Librería Perelló (Valencia)
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Donde los libros
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
A hook: A world of dazzling fear and glittering power awaits in the corridors of Victorian England.Ernest Maltravers (Volume VIII) reappears in a refined, restored edition that invites both new readers and classic-literature collectors to trace the collision of ambition, identity, and moral constraint. Bulwer Lytton’s ornate gothic romance unfurls with a keening, sensuous energy: social ambition and corruption unfold against London’s crowded salons, coffee-houses, and parlours, where every smile conceals a motive and every alliance reshapes a life. This is not merely a tale of romance and betrayal but a sharp, affecting study of character under pressure-a vivid panorama of Victorian England that rewards rereading with new insight on power dynamics, reputation, and the price of success.Historically, the novel sits at the crossroads of Victorian sensation fiction and social critique, offering a mirror to a changing society while shaping the form itself. The language and atmosphere evoke a period of splendour and peril, making it invaluable for students and curious readers alike.Selling points: Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today’s and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector’s item and a cultural treasure. This edition suits casual readers, serious scholars, and discerning collectors who seek a seamless blend of accessible storytelling and enduring literary value.
