Alice, or the Mysteries — Book 06
By Edward Bulwer-Lytton
- Release Date: 1873-01-01
- Genre: Mysteries & Thrillers
The effect which the presence of Maltravers produced among his peasantry was one that seldom failed to refresh and soothe his more bitter and disturbed thoughts. They had gradually (for the poor are quick-sighted) become sensible of his justice, —a finer quality than many that seem more amiable.