The Journal Of A Disappointed Man - Couverture souple

Barbellion, W N P

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 937081700X ISBN 13 : 9789370817005

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2025

Synopsis

The journal of a disappointed man is a deeply introspective and personal diary that chronicles the life of a young naturalist grappling with illness and the uncertainties of existence. The journal begins with reflections from the author at the age of thirteen, as he embarks on his passion for biology and self-discovery. His early entries are filled with a mix of youthful curiosity, a love for nature, and the innocence of childhood adventures. However, as the narrative unfolds, a darker tone emerges, shaped by the author s increasing awareness of mortality and the physical challenges he faces. The diary offers a candid portrayal of his emotional journey, capturing his hopes, existential reflections, and inevitable disappointments. As he grows older, the narrative delves deeper into his struggles with health, existential doubt, and the search for meaning in the face of fragility. This journal becomes not only an exploration of scientific pursuit but also a poignant meditation on life s fleeting nature and the human condition.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Wilhelm Nero Pilate Barbellion, the pen name of Bruce Frederick Cummings, was an English diarist born on 7 September 1889 in Barnstaple, United Kingdom. He is best known for his deeply personal and poignant work, The Journal of a Disappointed Man, which has been lauded by critics such as Ronald Blythe as one of the most moving diaries ever created. Barbellion's life was marked by his battle with multiple sclerosis, a condition that profoundly influenced both his writing and his worldview. He was a passionate naturalist, and his early entries reflect a fascination with biology and the natural world. In 1915, Barbellion married Eleanor Abbey, and they had a daughter, Penelope. However, his health continued to deteriorate, and he died at the young age of 30 on 22 October 1919 in Gerrards Cross, United Kingdom. His legacy, though brief, endures through his reflective and introspective journal, which captures his emotional and existential struggles in the face of illness.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 937081700X
• ISBN 13: 9789370817005
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 262
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