The Isles of Sunset - Couverture souple

Benson, Arthur Christopher

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9362763575 ISBN 13 : 9789362763570

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2024

Synopsis

"The Isles of Sunset" by Arthur Christopher Benson is a captivating novel that delves into the intricacies of family dynamics and relationships against the backdrop of the picturesque English countryside. Benson, known for his profound psychological insights, crafts a narrative that explores themes of coming-of-age and the beauty of nature. Set against the backdrop of stunning sunsets over the English Isles, the novel follows the journey of characters as they navigate the complexities of family ties and personal growth. Through Benson's masterful prose, readers are transported to a world where the beauty of nature mirrors the internal struggles and reflections of the characters. As the sun sets on the horizon, symbolic of the passage of time and the transitions of life, the characters undergo profound moments of reflection and self-discovery. Benson's romanticism permeates the narrative, infusing it with a sense of awe and wonder at the natural world. Against this backdrop, the English countryside serves as both a setting and a character in its own right, shaping the experiences and perspectives of the protagonists. Through its lush landscapes and serene vistas, nature becomes a source of solace and inspiration for the characters as they navigate the complexities of family relationships and personal growth.

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À propos de l'auteur

Arthur Christopher Benson, FRSL was an English essayist, poet, and professor who was born on April 24, 1862, and died on June 17, 1925. He was the 28th Master of Magdalene College, Cambridge. Among other things, he wrote the words to Edward Elgar's Coronation Ode and the words to the patriotic song "Land of Hope and Glory" (1902). People really liked his poems, articles, and reviews of other writers' work. He was also known for writing ghost stories. Bernard Benson was born on April 24, 1862, at Wellington College in Berkshire. He was the sixth child of Edward White Benson (1829 1896), who was the first teacher of the college and later became Archbishop of Canterbury from 1883 to 1896. His mother, Mary Sidgwick Benson, was related to the scientist Henry Sidgwick. Edward Frederic Benson, who is best known for his Mapp and Lucia books, and Robert Hugh Benson, who was a priest in the Church of England before becoming a Roman Catholic and wrote many famous books, were also brothers of Benson. Margaret Benson, their sister, was an artist, an author, and a self-taught Egyptologist.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9362763575
• ISBN 13: 9789362763570
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 108
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