Edward Bulwer-Lytton - The Last Days of Pompeii: "Read to live, not live to read"

The biography details the life of Edward George Earle Bulwer-Lytton, an influential 19th-century writer known for his diverse literary contributions, including historical fiction, poetry, and science fiction. Despite a challenging childhood marked by his father's death and struggles at school, he exhibited early academic talent. His career flourished with notable works like "Pelham" and "The Last Days of Pompeii," alongside his role in politics as Secretary of State for the Colonies. His later years were marred by health issues, culminating in his death in 1873.