The Flaming Jewel (eBook)

Robert W. Chambers (Autor)

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2022
164 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654733453-8 (EAN)

Infos

Robert W. Chambers' 'The Flaming Jewel' is a gripping tale of mystery and romance set in the early 20th century. Chambers' intricate storytelling and vivid descriptions create a haunting atmosphere that keeps readers engrossed from the first page to the last. The novel is a blend of supernatural elements, gothic themes, and thrilling suspense that reflect the author's unique style and mark him as a master of his craft within the literary context of his time. This book is a must-read for fans of classic mystery and romance literature. Chambers' elegant prose and intricate plot twists make 'The Flaming Jewel' a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers to this day.

Autor

Robert William Chambers (May 26, 1865 – December 16, 1933) was an American author, best known for his work in the fiction genre. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he was an artist before he turned to writing, having studied at the Art Students League of New York and the Académie Julian and the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. Chambers' literary career was prolific and diverse, encompassing romance, historical fiction, and horror. He gained widespread recognition with his collection of weird and supernatural stories, 'The King in Yellow' (1895), which has had a profound impact on the horror genre and has influenced a number of later writers, including H.P. Lovecraft. Chambers' style often blended romanticism with the macabre, a juxtaposition that resonated with readers at the turn of the 20th century. Despite this early success in the weird fiction genre, he later shifted towards writing romantic fiction, which proved commercially successful. 'The Flaming Jewel' is one such work that showcases his command over this genre, emphasizing adventurous and melodramatic narratives that captivated his audience. Chambers' contributions to early American literature, particularly in the realm of supernatural and romantic fiction, have established him as a notable figure within the literary circles of his time and have led to a lasting legacy within the pantheon of genre fiction authors.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 1920s American novels • adventure stories • American author • American Literature • American literature classics • Classic • classic adventure novel • Early 20th-century • early 20th century fiction • historical fiction classic • Human drama • intriguing narrative • Literary Craftsmanship • literary fiction • mystery and suspense classics • psychological depth • Pulp Fiction • Robert W. Chambers literature • Romantic Mystery • Supernatural allure • The Flaming Jewel novel • timeless storytelling • Vintage charm