Anthony Hope

Broschiertes Buch

Frivolous Cupid

Beschreibung

Enter the witty and whimsical world of Anthony Hope's "Frivolous Cupid," a delightful collection of short stories showcasing the author's sharp eye for social satire and talent for crafting humorous fiction. Set against the backdrop of the Victorian era, these tales explore the vagaries of love and courtship with a lighthearted touch. Expect romantic comedy that sparkles with clever dialogue and charming characters navigating the complexities of relationships. Hope's signature wit shines through in each story, offering a gentle yet insightful commentary on societal norms and romantic expectations. Prepared for print republication, this volume allows readers to rediscover the enduring appeal of these expertly crafted stories. "Frivolous Cupid" is perfect for those who appreciate classic English literature and the timeless art of humorous romantic fiction. A must-read for fans of short stories. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 132g
• ISBN-13: 9781022926134
• ISBN-10: 1022926136
• Artikelnr.: 74099538