Edward Bulwer-Lytton was a well known English novelist in the 19th century, and he's been immortalized for coining famous phrases like "pursuit of the almighty dollar" and "the pen is mightier than the sword". In addition to being a politician, he wrote across all genres, from horror stories to historical fiction and action titles.

"Ernest Maltravers — Complete" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton Edward George Earle Lytton Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton, was an English writer and politician. Though politics was one of his first loves, writing still remained his passion. Divided into nine books, this tale follows its titular character, Ernest Maltravers as he makes his way through English society. Starting as a young man in love with a young woman, the book follows him as he grows and begins to find his place in the world.