Edward Bulwer-Lytton

1803–1873 · vivió 69 años

Edward George Earle Lytton Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton, was a prolific English writer, poet, and politician. Author of highly successful historical and social novels, his works frequently explored themes of mystery, romance, and adventure. He was also a renowned playwright and a politician who served in the House of Commons.

n. 1803-05-25, Londres · m. 1873-01-18, Torquay

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Born in London, Bulwer-Lytton was one of the most popular writers of the 19th century. His work spanned a wide range of genres, including the historical novel with 'The Last Days of Pompeii' and 'Rienzi, the Last of the Tribunes', the gothic novel with 'Zicci', and the social novel with 'Pelham'. He also wrote poetry and plays, with 'Richelieu' and 'The Lady of Lyons' being notable examples. As a politician, he was a Member of Parliament and Secretary of State for the Colonies. Despite his popular success, literary critics often considered him verbose and melodramatic. He passed away in Torquay, England.

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Como científico, dirígete a unos pocos. Como literato, a muchos. En los dominios de la ciencia, unos pocos deben dictar la opinión a la mayoría. En literatura, la multitud impone su juicio a la minoría

Niégate a estar enfermo. Nunca digas a nadie que estás enfermo. La enfermedad es una de las cosas que el hombre debe rechazar por principio

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El que está derrotado nunca tiene la razón. Tal es la ley del mundo

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