The Works of Edward Bulwer-Lytton: A Linked Index to the Project Gutenberg Editions

"The Works of Edward Bulwer-Lytton: A Linked Index to the Project Gutenberg…" by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a comprehensive collection of the author's works, likely organized for readers during the Victorian era and extending into the early 20th century. This anthology encompasses various forms of literature, including novels, historical accounts, and drama. Bulwer-Lytton’s themes often investigate human experience, societal dynamics, and philosophical undertones, showcasing his lyrical prose. This indexed collection brings together notable works such as "The Last Days of Pompeii," a dramatic narrative set against the backdrop of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, and "Zanoni," which delves into themes of the supernatural and the philosophical quest for immortality. Additionally, it includes "The Lady of Lyons," a theatrical piece that explores love, loyalty, and societal expectations, highlighting Bulwer-Lytton’s strengths in both fiction and drama. Readers can explore a variety of characters and settings, reflecting both the romantic and Gothic elements characteristic of Bulwer-Lytton’s writing, thus providing a rich landscape of literary exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Edward George Earle Lytton Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton,, was an English writer and politician. He served as a Whig member of Parliament from 1831 to 1841 and a Conservative from 1851 to 1866. He was Secretary of State for the Colonies from June 1858 to June 1859, choosing Richard Clement Moody as founder of British Columbia. He was created Baron Lytton of Knebworth in 1866.