Edward Bulwer Lytton wrote the book "Godolphin. The story's protagonist, Godolphin, is a well-dressed, rich young man who is also a blossoming poet. The story takes place in 18th-century England and revolves on the life of Godolphin. Godolphin is joined in the story as he navigates Georgian England's complicated social and political environment. He encounters Lady Erpingham along the way, a beautiful but unusual lady, and becomes caught up in a series of political and social intrigues. Godolphin's political ambitions and his love for Lady Erpingham clash as the story goes on, finally resulting in a horrifying climax. The work is renowned for its multi-layered, complicated characters and how it addresses issues of social standing, politics, and romantic relationships. Lytton displays his creative prowess throughout the whole book, relying on his background as a politician and poet to paint a vivid picture of 18th-century England. This famous piece of English literature is a superb illustration of Lytton's distinct viewpoint and writing style.
Edward George Bulwer Lytton was a prolific English author, poet, novelist and politician, he served at the prestigious post of Secretary of the State for the Colonies of United Kingdom. He was born in London on 23 May 1803. His father was General William Bulwer of Heydon Hall, mother was Elizabeth Barbara Lytton. He was a delicate child but rapid learner. He started writing verses at ten years of age. He went Trinity College of Cambridge. For English verse Sculpture he won the Chancellor Gold Medal. His first novel, the glory Byronic romance Falkland was not liked by people. But his second novel Pelham or The Adventure of a Gentleman, was a hit and he began his successful fluent career in literary writing. He joined politics as a member of the Whigs, liberal political party. He was died on 18 January 1873. His notable works - Pelham, The Last Days of Pompeii, The Coming Race, The Haunted and Haunters, Zanoni: A Rosicrucian Tale, Harold : The Last of Saxon Kings, Alice or the Mysteries, Athens : It's Rise and Fall etc. Lytton used some considerable phrases - 'It was dark and Stormy night', Almighty dollar, the pen is mightier than the sword' etc.