Publisher's Synopsis
Pelham or Adventures of a Gentleman is a novel written by Sir Edward Bulwer-Lytton in 1828. The book follows the story of a young man named Henry Pelham, who is born into the aristocratic class in England. Pelham is portrayed as a witty, intelligent and charming character who moves through the various social circles of London society.The novel is divided into three parts, each of which explores different aspects of Pelham's life. In the first part, Pelham is introduced as a young man who is struggling to find his place in the world. He is bored with his privileged existence and is searching for a purpose in life.In the second part, Pelham becomes involved in a romantic relationship with a woman named Lady Glanville. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Lady Glanville is already married to an abusive husband. Pelham must navigate the complex social dynamics of London society to try and win Lady Glanville's heart.In the third part of the novel, Pelham becomes embroiled in a political scandal. He is accused of being involved in a plot to overthrow the government and is forced to defend himself in court. The final chapters of the book explore Pelham's redemption and his eventual return to a more stable and fulfilling life.Overall, Pelham or Adventures of a Gentleman is a classic novel of English literature that explores the themes of love, social status, and political intrigue. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of 19th century England.1828. Pelham, conveys the newer, and I believe, sounder moral, of showing how a man of sense can subject the usages of the world to himself instead of being conquered by them, and gradually grow wise by the very foibles of his youth.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.
