"Falkland" by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a novel likely written in the early 19th century. It tells the story of Erasmus Falkland, a complex character struggling with the challenges of love, loss, and personal philosophy, as he reflects on his life and relationships in a narrative that intertwines his reclusive nature with his encounters in society. The opening of "Falkland" introduces us to the titular character through a series of letters addressed to his friend, Frederick Monkton. Falkland presents himself as a reclusive figure disenchanted with societal norms and superficial gaiety. As he delves into his past, he recounts formative experiences, relationships, and losses, laying bare the intense emotions that shape his philosophical outlook. It is evident that Falkland grapples with feelings of isolation, melancholy, and a longing for genuine connection, particularly in light of an unfulfilled love that he hints at early in the narrative. The tone is reflective and introspective, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of passion and integrity as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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By Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
"Falkland" by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a novel likely written in the early 19th century. It tells the story of Erasmus Falkland, a complex character st...
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2004-11-27
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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.
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