Charles Reade

Charles Reade

E. W. Hornung

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Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2026
Materia
Literatura: historia y crítica
ISBN:
9789376559541
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A restless figure moves through the shadowed corridors of Victorian England’s literary world, his reputation both celebrated and misunderstood. Here, amidst the candlelit studies and bustling salons of nineteenth century literature, unfolds the singular life of a writer whose ambition and eccentricities shaped an era. This engrossing biography delves into the complexities of a man whose novels stirred controversy and admiration in equal measure, offering an intimate portrait of the creative forces at work in Victorian literary biography.With a keen eye for character and historical nuance, the narrative traces the journey of an English author whose impact on British literary history remains a subject of fascination. Through the lens of literary criticism Victorian era, the author explores the shifting fortunes of a novelist whose works challenged conventions and provoked debate among critics and contemporaries alike. The tensions of Victorian England writers-caught between tradition and innovation-are brought vividly to life, revealing the personal and professional challenges that defined a career on the cutting edge of nineteenth century letters.This biography is more than a chronicle of public achievements; it is an exploration of the private struggles and passions that fuelled a remarkable creative mind. Readers are invited into the world of Victorian novelist analysis, where the interplay of ambition, artistry, and societal expectation is laid bare. The study of English literature essays and the biography of Charles Reade converge, offering insights into both the man and his milieu, and illuminating the enduring questions that animate Victorian literature studies.This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today’s and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it’s a collector’s item and a cultural treasure.

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