Humphry Ward

Broschiertes Buch

Harvest

Beschreibung

"Harvest" by means of Mrs. Humphry Ward is a poignant exploration of societal shifts and private transformation inside the face of alternate. Set towards the backdrop of rural England, the unconventional unfolds with a rich tapestry of characters grappling with the profound influences of the rural revolution. As farms evolve and conventional approaches of lifestyles are disrupted, the narrative weaves together the fates of individuals caught in the tide of development. At the heart of the story is a compelling examination of human resilience, love, and the complexities of societal expectations. Mrs. Humphry Ward's eager insight into the human circumstance is obvious as characters navigate the demanding situations of adapting to a hastily converting global. The novel delves into issues of identity, belonging, and the tension between tradition and development. "Harvest" stands as a literary reflection at the broader social and economic shifts of its time, offering readers with a thought-scary exploration of the human revel in amid transformation. With eloquent prose and nuanced characterizations, Mrs. Humphry Ward creates a compelling narrative that resonates with readers, inviting them to mirror on the iconic nature of the human spirit in the face of profound trade.

Autor

Mary Augusta Ward CBE was a British author who lived from June 11, 1851, to March 24, 1920. She wrote under her married name, Mrs. Humphry Ward. Setting up a Settlement in London to help poor people get better schooling was one way she did this. In 1908, she became the first President of the Women's National Anti-Suffrage League. Mary Augusta Arnold was born in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. She came from a well-known family of writers and educators. Mary was the daughter of Julia Sorell and Tom Arnold, who taught literature. William Thomas Arnold was a writer and journalist, Ethel Arnold worked for women's right to vote, and Julia Huxley started Prior's Field School for Girls in 1902 and married Leonard Huxley. Their sons were Julian and Aldous Huxley. It was important for British intellectual life to have people like the Arnolds and the Huxleys. Author Matthew Arnold was her uncle, and Thomas Arnold, the famous headmaster of Rugby School, was her grandpa. Tom Arnold, Mary's father, was made head of schools in Van Diemen's Land, which is now Tasmania. He started his job on January 15, 1850.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 182
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 11mm
• Gewicht: 237g
• ISBN-13: 9789360468118
• ISBN-10: 9360468118
• Artikelnr.: 69881343