The Morals of Marcus Ordeyne (eBook)
208 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654705899-1 (EAN)
William John Locke (1863–1930) was a prolific British novelist and playwright, recognized primarily for his contributions to the literature of the early 20th century. Born on March 20, 1863, in Demerara, British Guiana, where his father was a schoolmaster, Locke was later sent to England to continue his education. He showed a natural propensity for the arts, pursuing studies at St John's College, Cambridge, where he graduated with honors in Classics and went on to become the Vice-Principal of the Maria Grey Training College for Women. Locke began writing novels full-time after a brief stint as a teacher, dedicating his life to exploring themes of love, honor, and human character in a changing world. His novel 'The Morals of Marcus Ordeyne' (1905) is a representation of his unique literary style—characterized by a blend of romanticism and a wry critique of society. The book exemplifies Locke's keen understanding of human psychology and his ability to weave complex moral questions into compelling narrative form. Though not as well-known today as some contemporaries, Locke was a best-selling author in his time, lauded for his storytelling skills and the ability to captivate the imaginations of his readers. His works have influenced the understanding of Edwardian literature and continue to be of interest to scholars examining the cultural and societal narratives of the period.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 13.6.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker |
Schlagworte | adult readers • british author • British Literature Classics • British romantic fiction • character-driven storytelling • Cultural diversity • early 20th-century novels • Edwardian England • Edwardian era fiction • English literature • Fiction • Guardian and ward • Inheritance and succession • intriguing plot • literary fiction • Melancholic tone • Middle-aged School Teacher • moral dilemma narratives • philosophical fiction • scholars • Syrian Harem Girl • turn-of-the-century literature • unexpected inheritance • William John Locke novels |
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