Grant Allen

Broschiertes Buch

Philistia

Beschreibung

Dive into "Philistia," a compelling work of literary fiction by Grant Allen that explores the intricacies of domestic life and romance. This meticulously prepared edition revives a classic tale, offering a window into a world of social commentary through engaging storytelling. Allen's narrative examines the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations. Experience a timeless story that resonates with enduring themes, making "Philistia" a worthwhile read for anyone interested in classic literary fiction. Discover the subtle nuances of love, societal pressures, and the search for individual fulfillment within the framework of a captivating romance. This general fiction offering provides a glimpse into the past while raising questions that remain relevant today. 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

Canadian scientific author and novelist Charles Grant Blairfindie Allen (February 24, 1848 - October 25, 1899) received his education in England. In the latter part of the nineteenth century, he actively promoted evolution in public. Allen was born in Kingston, Canada West, close to Wolfe Island (known as Ontario after Confederation). Joseph Antisell Allen, a Protestant pastor from Dublin, Ireland, was his father. Allen attended Merton College in Oxford and King Edward's School in Birmingham for his education. He joined Queen's Institution, a Jamaican black college, as a professor in his mid-20s. He was influenced by the associationist psychology of Herbert Spencer and Alexander Bain. He produced 30 books between 1884 and 1899, including the controversial The Woman Who Did. The Type-writer Girl and Olive Pratt Rayner were pen names used by English novelist Grant Allen. With the publication of The British Barbarians, he made history in the field of science fiction (1895). On October 25, 1899, Grant Allen passed away from liver cancer at his house in Haslemere, Surrey, England. Before finishing Hilda Wade, he passed away.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 310
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 435g
• ISBN-13: 9781023056380
• ISBN-10: 1023056380
• Artikelnr.: 73933309