Arthur Quiller-Couch

Broschiertes Buch

Sir John Constantine

Beschreibung

Arthur Quiller-Couch, a famous British creator, wrote the historic fiction "Sir John Constantine". Set in opposition to the backdrop of ancient activities, the story follows the existence and adventures of the primary individual, Sir John Constantine. As an excellent storyteller, Quiller-Couch creates a tapestry of rich prose that transports readers to the brilliant landscapes and charming characters of the beyond. The paintings are anticipated to explore Sir John Constantine's reviews, including his relationships, struggles, and contributions within the ancient backdrop. Quiller-Couch, cited for his literary skill, may additionally use a combination of historical authenticity and creative factors to bring the story to life. Readers may also expect an interesting voyage through time, immersed inside the intrigues and dynamics of Sir John Constantine's technology. Quiller-Couch's storytelling competencies may additionally offer not simply a fun tale, however also insights on the societal, cultural, and political climate of the instant.

Autor

Arthur Quiller-Couch was born in the town of Bodmin, Cornwall. He was the son of Dr. Thomas Quiller Couch, a renowned physician, folklorist, and historian who married Mary Ford and resided at 63 Fore Street, Bodmin, until his death in 1884. Thomas was the offspring of two historic local families, the Quiller and Couch dynasties. Arthur was the third generation of academics from the Couch family. His grandfather, Jonathan Couch, was a naturalist, physician, historian, classicist, pharmacist, and illustrator (especially of fish). His younger sisters, Florence Mabel and Lilian M., were both writers and folklorists. Quiller-Couch attended Newton Abbot Proprietary College between the late 1870s and the early 1880s. He later attended Clifton College and Trinity College, Oxford, where he earned a First in Classical Moderations (1884) and a Second in Greats (1886). Quiller-Couch briefly taught Classics at Trinity beginning in 1886. After gaining some journalistic experience in London, primarily as a writer to The Speaker (periodical), he settled in Fowey, Cornwall, in 1891.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 316
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 18mm
• Gewicht: 400g
• ISBN-13: 9789361151934
• ISBN-10: 9361151932
• Artikelnr.: 70078434