Bulwer: A Panorama: Edward and Rosina 1803-1836.

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Edward Bulwar-Lytton [1803-1873], an English writer and politician, Known for the phrase "it was a dark and stormy night," he also coined "the great unwashed" and "the pen is mightier than the sword." His novels were extremely popular during his life. His marriage was a mess. Sadlier covers the years of his marriage, which caused his mother to oust him and led to his need to work. His marriage grew strained, there was much gossip and public bitterness, including her publication of accusations and his committing her to a mental facility. Sadlier brings to life other writers and pubic figures of the time as well as his main protagonists. Slightly cocked, spine a little faded, clean. Constable & Co Ltd, London. 1931. Hb. USED. $14.00
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