Kenelm Chillingly

Sir Edward Bulwer Lytton

Kenelm Chillingly
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Published
10 September 2010
Pages
252
ISBN
9781162575339

Kenelm Chillingly

Sir Edward Bulwer Lytton

Kenelm Chillingly is a novel written by Sir Edward Bulwer-Lytton, published in 1873. The story follows the life of Kenelm Chillingly, a young man who is born into a wealthy and noble family in England. Kenelm is a dreamy and sensitive person who is more interested in literature and philosophy than in the frivolous pursuits of his peers. He is also haunted by a tragic event from his childhood that has left him emotionally scarred.As Kenelm grows up, he becomes increasingly disillusioned with the shallow and materialistic world around him. He decides to leave his privileged life behind and embark on a journey of self-discovery. He travels to France, where he meets a group of intellectuals who share his passion for literature and philosophy. Kenelm finds himself drawn to a beautiful and mysterious woman named Madame di Negra, who becomes his muse and confidante.However, Kenelm's idyllic life is soon disrupted by the arrival of his brother, a ruthless and ambitious politician who is determined to use Kenelm's connections and wealth for his own gain. Kenelm finds himself torn between his loyalty to his family and his own ideals. As he struggles to find his place in the world, Kenelm must confront his past and come to terms with his own identity.Kenelm Chillingly is a thought-provoking novel that explores themes of identity, morality, and the search for meaning in life. It is a beautifully written and engaging story that will appeal to readers who enjoy classic literature and philosophical themes.1892. His Adventures and Opinions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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