The Eustace Diamonds (eBook)
671 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654700278-9 (EAN)
Anthony Trollope, an eminent Victorian novelist, was born on April 24, 1815, in London, England. Renowned for his prolific writing and keen insight into the social and political landscapes of his time, Trollope penned an impressive array of works during his lifetime. One particularly notable example is 'The Eustace Diamonds' (1873), a satirical novel which forms part of his 'Palliser series'. This series adeptly combines Trollope's sharp social commentary with gripping, melodrama-infused narratives—a trademark of his literary style. Trollope's work is distinguished by its realistic characterizations and detailed depictions of the quotidian aspects of 19th century society, particularly the trials and tribulations of the English upper middle classes. With a formidable oeuvre of 47 novels, in addition to numerous short stories and non-fiction works, Trollope was both a reflective chronicler and a subtle critic of his time. He often employed intricately plotted narratives to explore the social dynamics and gender roles of his contemporary society. 'The Eustace Diamonds' itself, with its focus on the legal and moral implications surrounding a disputed inheritance, is emblematic of his approach to storytelling, which is at once critical and engaging. Trollope's significant contribution to English literature was acknowledged by his contemporaries and continues to be revered by scholars and readers alike. He passed away on December 6, 1882, but his legacy endures through his richly-detailed storytelling and pervasive themes of social justice and moral integrity.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 17.5.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker |
Schlagworte | 19th century classics • Anthony Trollope novels • beneath a scarlet sky • British romance novels • character flaws • classic english literature • diamond necklace • Disillusionment • family heirloom • fortune-hunter • Generous terms • Great Expectations • historical suspense fiction • inheritance and greed themes • Jane Austen • Jane Eyre • Legal Dispute • literary diamond heist • Pathological lying • Social class and society • The Art of Inheriting Secrets • The Dressmaker's Gift • The Girl from Ballymore • The Handmaid’s Tale • The Palliser series • Victorian Literature • Victorian society • wealthy widow • what the wind knows • Where the Forest Meets the Stars |
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