Caxtons: A Family Picture

Published in 1849, 'Caxtons: A Family Picture' by Edward Bulwer-Lytton explores the life of the Caxton family as their quiet existence is disrupted by a trip to London. The story centers on Pisistratus, who becomes a secretary to a prominent parliamentarian, while navigating complex family dynamics and romantic entanglements, particularly with the parliamentarian's daughter, Fannie. Notable for its light humor and gentle satire of political life, this novel showcases Bulwer-Lytton's ability to blend charm with social commentary.