Begleiten Sie uns auf eine literarische Weltreise!
Buch zum Bücherregal hinzufügen
Grey
Einen neuen Kommentar schreiben Default profile 50px
Grey
Jetzt das ganze Buch im Abo oder die ersten Seiten gratis lesen!
All characters reduced
In Good Company - Some personal recollections of Swinburne Lord Roberts Watts-Dunton Oscar Wilde Edward Whymper S J Stone Stephen Phillips - cover

In Good Company - Some personal recollections of Swinburne Lord Roberts Watts-Dunton Oscar Wilde Edward Whymper S J Stone Stephen Phillips

Coulson Kernahan

Verlag: DigiCat

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Beschreibung

In "In Good Company," Coulson Kernahan crafts a rich narrative that explores the complexities of human relationships through a lens of wit and societal critique. The novel, written in a fluid and engaging prose style, delves into the lives of its characters, showcasing their interactions within the social fabric of the late 19th century. Kernahan's keen observations bring forth themes of morality, companionship, and the search for authenticity amid the trappings of societal expectations. The literary context of this work is reflective of a post-Victorian era, wherein the nuances of interpersonal relationships are examined against the backdrop of changing social norms. Coulson Kernahan, an author and playwright born in 1860, was significantly influenced by the societal shifts of his time, including the advent of modernity and urbanization. His experiences navigating both the literary and social scenes of England infused his writing with a blend of humor, charm, and critical insight. Having been involved in various theatrical pursuits, Kernahan possessed a unique ability to create vibrant characters that resonate with readers on multiple levels. This novel is a compelling read for those who appreciate nuanced explorations of character and society. Readers interested in the intersections of humor and critique in literature will find "In Good Company" both thought-provoking and entertaining, making it a significant addition to the canon of late Victorian literature.
Verfügbar seit: 16.09.2022.
Drucklänge: 193 Seiten.

Weitere Bücher, die Sie mögen werden

  • Raakshasa Tangadi - cover

    Raakshasa Tangadi

    ಗಿರೀಶ ಕಾರ್ನಾಡ

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Girish Karnad's much anticipated play that centres around the Battle of Talikota (1565), between Aliya Ramaraya of the Vijayanagar empire and the united forces of the Deccan sultanate.
    Zum Buch
  • Middlemarch - cover

    Middlemarch

    George Eliot

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Considered one of the great English novels, George Eliot's Middlemarch, A Study of Provincial Life follows myriad characters and their lives in the eponymous town, Middlemarch, in the 1800s. Utilizing a realistic style, Eliot considers issues such as religion, education, and the status of women—to name just a few.
    Zum Buch
  • Dead Man's Hand - cover

    Dead Man's Hand

    David Nix

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Jake Paynter is a doomed man. Haunted by an abusive childhood and his participation in atrocities of the Civil War, he seeks the isolation of the Plains Cavalry as a white officer for an all-Black buffalo soldier troop. Now, he is in irons and certain to be hanged for killing his captain after refusing an inhumane order. Despite his best efforts to maintain isolation, he starts to make friends on his journey to trial. The people of the wagon train begin looking to him for leadership, and he reluctantly falls into the role. The opportunity to escape arises when the wagon train is attacked by bandits, but Paynter's growing ties to the travelers compel him to stay. As his trial approaches, he must lean on his friends for salvation, but the laws of the west are swift and harsh, and a grueling confrontation with his past is on the horizon.
    Zum Buch
  • Soul of the Matter - cover

    Soul of the Matter

    Michael A. Kroll

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    This story follows the odyssey of Harrison Ovitz, a quick-witted, ice cream guzzling, pot smoking, classical music-loving fund raiser for an organization dedicated to preventing child abuse. Late one night, a terrifying chance encounter with a man on the San Francisco Bay Bridge – Soul Man – leaves Harrison haunted and obsessed. As his search for answers leads him closer to the truth, he unexpectedly uncovers some from his own past.
    Zum Buch
  • In the Metropolis - The strange experience of a country girl moving to the city for a job - cover

    In the Metropolis - The strange...

    Benjamin Rosenblatt

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    The bookshelves of American literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors.  From this continent their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure.  Among them is the talented but obscure author Benjamin Rosenblatt.
    Zum Buch
  • The Voyageur - 'A marvellous work of art' John Banville - cover

    The Voyageur - 'A marvellous...

    Paul Carlucci

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    'Exceptionally vivid and intense' Sunday Times
    'A marvellously dark yarn' The Spectator
    'A swaggering debut' Daily Mail
    Everyone expects at least a little bit of deception...
    Alex is a motherless stockboy in 1830s Montreal, waiting desperately for his father to return from France. Serge, a drunken fur trader, promises food and safety in return for friendship, but an expedition into the forest quickly goes awry...
    The Voyageur is a brilliantly realised novel set on the margins of British North America, where kindness is costly and the real wilderness may not be in the landscape but in the desperate hearts of men.
    Zum Buch