Lucile (LARGE PRINT EDITION) - Meredith, Owen
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(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1878. With illustrations. A pseudonym adopted by Edward Robert, first Earl of Lytton, son of the novelist Bulwer-Lytton, and the author of Lucile. Once Meredith was termed third among living poets. Lucile is a narrative poem whose heroine, Lucile, is beloved by two bitter rivals, the English Lord Alfred Hargrave and the French Duke of Luvois. She loves Alfred, but misunderstanding keeps them apart. Long years after, Alfred's son and the Duke's niece fall in love, are separated by the old feud but finally reunited through the efforts of Lucile, who has become a nursing nun, under the name of Soeur Seraphine.…mehr

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(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1878. With illustrations. A pseudonym adopted by Edward Robert, first Earl of Lytton, son of the novelist Bulwer-Lytton, and the author of Lucile. Once Meredith was termed third among living poets. Lucile is a narrative poem whose heroine, Lucile, is beloved by two bitter rivals, the English Lord Alfred Hargrave and the French Duke of Luvois. She loves Alfred, but misunderstanding keeps them apart. Long years after, Alfred's son and the Duke's niece fall in love, are separated by the old feud but finally reunited through the efforts of Lucile, who has become a nursing nun, under the name of Soeur Seraphine.
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Edward Robert Lytton Bulwer Lytton was a British political figure and poet known for balancing literary work with major governmental responsibilities. Born in London, he was the child of Edward Bulwer Lytton and Rosina Bulwer Lytton, both connected to influential circles in literature and society. He later adopted the pen name Owen Meredith to distinguish his creative identity from his public role. His career advanced steadily within government, eventually leading to his appointment as Viceroy of India, where he held one of the most prominent administrative positions within the British Empire. During his service, monarchs and statesmen relied on him to uphold political stability and oversee important governmental transitions. Alongside his political duties, he continued to write poetry that reflected emotion, reflection, and sensitivity to human relationships. His family life connected him to several notable descendants, and his personal legacy extended through generations involved in culture and public service. Even though he held significant political power, his creative work revealed a quieter, introspective side that valued language, expression, and imagination.