| Front | Zanoni |
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| Back | Zanoni is an 1842 novel by Edward Bulwer-Lytton, a story of love and occult aspiration. By way of introduction, the author confesses: "... It so chanced that some years ago, in my younger days, whether of authorship or life, I felt the desire to make myself acquainted with the true origins and tenets of the singular sect known by the name of Rosicrucians." A manuscript came into his hands written in the most unintelligible cipher, a manuscript which through the author's own interpretation became Zanoni. This article's tone or style may not reflect the encyclopedic tone used on Wikipedia. (April 2016) Quick facts: Author, Country … It tells the story of its protagonist Zanoni, who possesses occult powers and knows the secret of eternal life. He loves, pursues, marries, and finally sacrifices himself for Viola, a beautiful girl. |
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