What Will He Do with It? — Volume 06

"What Will He Do with It? — Volume 06" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. This installment continues exploring the multi-layered lives and interwoven fates of its characters, particularly focusing on themes of ambition, societal expectations, and personal identity amid the backdrop of Victorian England. The narrative introduces familiar and new characters while hinting at their evolving relationships, aspirations, and potential conflicts. The opening of the book reestablishes a dynamic social scene in Hyde Park, teeming with London’s elite as they engage in leisurely interactions. Key figures like Lionel Haughton, an amicable young soldier, and Frank Vance, a successful painter, are introduced as they discuss personal ambitions and philosophical views on fame. Haughton, who aspires to carve his path in life, reflects on his connections, notably with a mysterious benefactor, Mr. Darrell, while Vance exhibits a jaded attitude towards public acclaim. Their camaraderie and shared aspirations set the stage for the unfolding drama, foreshadowing intertwining destinies as they navigate societal pressures and their personal ambitions. (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.