Nancy Huston Banks

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Round Anvil Rock A Romance

Beschreibung

"Round Anvil Rock: A Romance" by Nancy Huston Banks is a captivating tale that transports readers to the rugged landscape of the Appalachian Mountains, where love, resilience, and determination intertwine. Set against the backdrop of a remote mining community, Banks weaves a story of hardship, hope, and the enduring power of human connection. The genre of "Round Anvil Rock" can be described as historical romance, offering readers a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of life in the late 19th century. Banks skillfully brings to life the sights, sounds, and struggles of a bygone era, immersing readers in the rich tapestry of Appalachian culture and heritage. At the heart of the narrative is a poignant love story that unfolds amidst the backdrop of societal expectations and personal sacrifice. As the characters navigate the complexities of family loyalty, social class, and personal ambition, they are confronted with difficult choices that will shape their destinies. Through her evocative prose and vivid characterizations, Banks captures the essence of the human experience, illuminating the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. "Round Anvil Rock" is a timeless tale of love and redemption that resonates with readers long after the final page is turned.

Autor

Nancy Huston Banks, an American journalist, literary critic, and novelist, was born in Kentucky. Nancy Huston was born in Morganfield, Kentucky, the daughter of Judge George Huston and Sallie Brady Huston. She received her education at the Convent of St. Vincent. Banks served on the Board of Lady Managers at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, where she worked as a writer and editor. Banks relocated to New York to seek a writing career in the early 1890s. She worked as a book reviewer for The Bookman magazine during its first year of publication. She also resided in London for a while and reported from South Africa during the Boer War for a London newspaper. In November 1899, she was believed to be caught up in the Siege of Kimberley, which was blockaded by the Boer army, alongside Cecil Rhodes and fellow New Yorker Amalia Küssner, a miniaturist. Nancy Huston Banks published many books, including Stairs of Sand (1890), Oldfield: A Kentucky Tale of the Last Century (1902), Round Anvil Rock: A Romance (1903), and The Little Hills (1905). When evaluating the last volume, Frederic Taber Cooper wrote, "Few are so fortunate as Mrs. Banks in knowing the range and boundaries of their intellectual gardens, the thoughts and fancies that will best flower therein."

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 196
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juni 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 11mm
• Gewicht: 254g
• ISBN-13: 9789363051065
• ISBN-10: 9363051064
• Artikelnr.: 71222162