"Pelham" is a 1828 novel by British author Edward Bulwer-Lytton, marking his ascent as a prominent writer. Set in the late Regency and early Victorian eras, it follows the story of Henry Pelham, a witty and ambitious young dandy. His life takes a turn when he falls in love with Ellen Glanville, the sister of his lifelong friend, Reginald Glanville. However, their love faces a daunting challenge when Reginald is unjustly accused of murder. To secure both his friend's freedom and the woman he adores, Pelham embarks on a quest to uncover the true culprit. "Pelham" is a captivating tale of love, friendship, and intrigue that thrusts readers into a world of early 19th-century British society and politics.