Alice, or the Mysteries — Complete, Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton

Alice, or the Mysteries — Complete

Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton

Level
B2
Words
150,573
Chapters
20
First published
1839
Reading time
about 17 hours
Translation
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This novel follows the mysterious Alice, whose past is shrouded in secrecy, and her interactions with a cast of characters in high society. The plot involves romance, intrigue, and questions of identity. Bulwer-Lytton's style is ornate and formal, with long sentences and philosophical digressions. It is best suited for advanced learners who enjoy classic Victorian prose and are willing to tackle complex syntax.

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