Anthony Hope

Broschiertes Buch

A Servant of the Public

Beschreibung

A Servant of the Public by Anthony Hope is a political satire set in 19th-century Britain that offers a critical examination of British politics and public service. The novel delves into social commentary, highlighting issues of corruption and political intrigue within the government. Through its satirical narrative, Hope explores the complexities of public service and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals navigating the political landscape. The book provides a sharp critique of social issues and the challenges of political reform, reflecting on the impact of corruption and the struggles of those in public office. Hope's character study offers insight into the motivations and conflicts of political figures, revealing the intricacies of British society and governance. By blending humor with social criticism, A Servant of the Public presents a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of public service and the ethical considerations inherent in political life.

Autor

Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins, as Anthony Hope (9 February 1863 - 8 July 1933), was a British novelist and playwright. He was a prolific writer, particularly of adventure stories, yet he is best known for only two works: The Prisoner of Zenda (1894) and its sequel Rupert of Hentzau (1898). These writings, considered "minor classics" of English literature, are set in the contemporaneous fictional kingdom of Ruritania and gave rise to the Ruritanian romance genre, which includes books set in fictional European places comparable to the novels. Zenda has inspired numerous adaptations, most notably the 1937 Hollywood film of the same name and the 1952 remake. Hope attended St John's School, Leatherhead, Marlborough College, and Balliol College, Oxford. In an intellectually distinguished career at Oxford, he earned first-class honours in Classical Moderations (Literis Graecis et Latinis) in 1882 and Literae Humaniores ('Greats') in 1885. Hope studied law and became a barrister in 1887, when the Middle Temple called him to the Bar. He studied under the future Liberal Prime Minister H. H. Asquith, who saw him as a potential barrister but was disillusioned by his decision to pursue a career in writing.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 256
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 366g
• ISBN-13: 9789367142790
• ISBN-10: 936714279X
• Artikelnr.: 73243102