James Branch Cabell

Broschiertes Buch

The Rivet In Grandfather's Neck

A Comedy Of Limitations (1915)

Beschreibung

The Rivet In Grandfather's Neck: A Comedy Of Limitations is a novel written by James Branch Cabell and first published in 1915. The story is set in the fictional town of Gilead in Virginia and follows the life of Joseph Fentriss, a young man who struggles to find his place in society due to his physical limitations. Joseph is born with a rivet in his neck, which causes him to be unable to turn his head or move his arms freely. Despite this, Joseph is determined to live a fulfilling life and pursue his dreams.The novel is a satirical commentary on society's obsession with physical perfection and the limitations that people face due to their physical differences. Cabell uses humor and wit to explore the themes of identity, love, and the pursuit of happiness. The story is filled with colorful characters, including Joseph's grandfather, who is obsessed with his own mortality, and his love interest, Anne Bannister, who is also struggling to find her place in society.The Rivet In Grandfather's Neck is a classic work of American literature that continues to be celebrated for its unique perspective on the human condition. It is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of human nature and the challenges that people face in their pursuit of happiness.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

American writer James Branch Cabell (1879-1958) is renowned for his works of social criticism, satire, and fantasy. Born in Richmond, Virginia, Cabell honed a distinctive literary style that combined humor, sarcasm, and romance. Early in the 20th century, Cabell started his writing career and became well-known for his ambitious work, the "Biography of the Life of Manuel." The connected books in this series, include "Jurgen," "Figures of Earth," and "The Silver Stallion," demonstrated Cabell's talent for weaving complex stories and his examination of subjects like love, desire, and the definition of heroism. In Cabell's writings, fantasy and social critique are often combined in fanciful worlds and locations. Extensive language, sophisticated wordplay, and a self-awareness that questioned accepted literary standards were characteristics of his writing style. Despite Cabell's decreasing popularity in the middle of the 20th century, his writings are still valued for the literary skill with which they probe human nature and society structures. James Branch Cabell is now regarded as a significant contributor to American literature, especially in the fields of satire, fantasy, and speculative fiction.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 372
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. November 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 20mm
• Gewicht: 538g
• ISBN-13: 9781437322057
• ISBN-10: 1437322050
• Artikelnr.: 25875212