Kenelm Chillingly — Volume 01
1873
Published in 1873, 'Kenelm Chillingly — Volume 01' by Edward Bulwer Lytton follows the philosophical journey of its titular character, Kenelm Chillingly. The novel begins with the story of Sir Peter and Lady Caroline Chillingly, who, after years of marriage, welcome their son Kenelm, whose unconventional nature and deep thoughts challenge societal norms. The narrative blends humor with serious inquiry, reflecting on themes of social class and individual expectations in 19th-century England.
