Ouida

Broschiertes Buch

The Silver Christ And A Lemon Tree (1894)

Beschreibung

""The Silver Christ and a Lemon Tree"" is a novel written by Ouida and published in 1894. The book is set in Italy and follows the story of two young lovers, Donatello and Gemma, who are torn apart by their different social classes. Donatello is a poor artist who falls in love with Gemma, the daughter of a wealthy aristocrat. Despite their love for each other, their families and society refuse to accept their relationship. The novel explores themes of class conflict, social norms, and the struggle between passion and duty. Ouida's vivid descriptions of the Italian landscape and culture add depth and richness to the story. Throughout the book, the silver Christ and the lemon tree serve as symbols of hope and redemption for the characters. The silver Christ represents the power of faith and the possibility of forgiveness, while the lemon tree symbolizes the beauty and resilience of nature. Overall, ""The Silver Christ and a Lemon Tree"" is a timeless tale of love and sacrifice that continues to resonate with readers today.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

Born in 1839 as Maria Louise Ramé, Ouida was an English novelist renowned for her passionate prose and colourful lifestyle. She thought the pen name ""Ouida,"" pronounced ""wee-dah,"" sounded intriguing and foreign, so she took it. Ouida, who grew up in a cultured home, was passionate with reading and writing from a young age. Her first book, ""Granville de Vigne,"" was published in 1859, marking the start of her literary career. She continued to write a great deal throughout her life. Ouida became well-known for her rich descriptions, dramatic storylines, and idealised depictions of European culture. Her books frequently addressed love, class, and the struggles of the person living in a society that places restrictions on them. Some critics commended her inventive narrative and astute observations on human nature, while others wrote off her work as unduly romantic and shallow. Ouida's novels which are still researched and valued for their contributions to Victorian literature and their understanding of the social and cultural dynamics of the time remain a testament to her legacy.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 248
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. November 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 14mm
• Gewicht: 365g
• ISBN-13: 9781437299540
• ISBN-10: 1437299547
• Artikelnr.: 25873492