Emerson Hough

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The Lady And The Pirate Being The Plain Tale Of A Diligent Pirate And A Fair Captive

Beschreibung

The lady and the pirate being the plain tale of a diligent pirate and a fair captive presents a reflective and playful journey through longing, transformation, and rediscovery. Blending fantasy with introspection, the narrative explores the retreat from adult convention into a world where imagination revives a fading sense of purpose. A figure withdrawn from societal demands encounters spirited youth whose adventurous game awakens a forgotten vitality within him. The contrast between structured life and boundless curiosity creates a space where personal reinvention becomes possible through the lens of pirate fantasy. Beneath the surface of a whimsical voyage lies an inquiry into identity, aging, and the quiet yearning to reclaim lost freedom. The story doesn t dwell in swashbuckling exploits but in the emotional shifts stirred by unexpected connection and playful defiance of reality. As the characters engage in their imagined pursuit, the tale suggests that freedom is not bound by time but can be reawakened by companionship and the courage to dream again.

Autor

American writer Emerson Hough (1857 1923) was well-known for his large body of historical writing, essays, and novels, especially in the western fiction genre. Hough, who was born in Newton, Iowa, on June 28, 1857, was greatly impacted by the American West's scenery and people. He briefly practiced law after earning his law degree from the University of Iowa in 1880 before deciding to become a writer. Hough's early western-themed writings, such as "The Story of the Cowboy" (1897), launched his literary career and solidified his status as a western fiction author. His books "The Mississippi Bubble" (1902) and "The Covered Wagon" (1922), the latter of which was made into a popular silent film, won him significant praise. Hough wrote on the spirit of exploration, adventure, and hardy individuality of the American frontier throughout his life. His writings contributed to the romanticization of the West in American literature by frequently capturing the struggles and victories of settlers, cowboys, and pioneers.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 248
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 355g
• ISBN-13: 9789371131230
• ISBN-10: 9371131233
• Artikelnr.: 74788125