Florence Marryat

Broschiertes Buch

The Strange Transfiguration Of Hannah Stubbs (1896)

Beschreibung

The Strange Transfiguration of Hannah Stubbs is a novel written by Florence Marryat in 1896. The story revolves around the life of Hannah Stubbs, a young woman who is orphaned at a young age and is forced to work as a governess to support herself. Hannah is a kind and gentle soul who is often mistreated by her employers and is constantly searching for true love and happiness.One day, Hannah is struck by lightning and undergoes a strange transformation. She becomes beautiful and confident, and her life takes a dramatic turn. She attracts the attention of many suitors, including a wealthy and handsome man named Mr. Temple, who proposes to her.However, Hannah's newfound beauty and confidence come at a price. She becomes vain and selfish, and her relationships with those around her become strained. She also begins to experience strange visions and dreams, which lead her to question her sanity.As the story unfolds, Hannah's past is revealed, and the reasons for her transformation become clear. The novel explores themes of identity, beauty, and the consequences of selfishness. It is a compelling and thought-provoking read that will keep readers engaged until the very end.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

Florence Marryat, born on July 9, 1833, in Brighton, United Kingdom, was a British author and actress known for her sensational novels, many of which captivated readers in the late 19th century. She was the daughter of the celebrated author Captain Frederick Marryat, whose works in the naval adventure genre inspired her. Florence Marryat's own literary career was marked by a fascination with spiritualism, which was a prominent movement during her time. She became particularly known for her involvement with spiritual mediums and her exploration of the supernatural in her works. Marryat's writing often delved into the emotional and psychological, with themes of love, mystery, and societal constraints. Alongside her literary endeavors, she was an accomplished actress, adding to her reputation in Victorian society. In her personal life, she was married twice: first to Thomas Ross Church, with whom she had children, and later to Francis Lean. Florence Marryat passed away on October 27, 1899, in St. John's Wood, London, at the age of 66. Her legacy endures through her novels, which reflect her keen understanding of the human condition and her exploration of spiritualism and the supernatural.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 292
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. November 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 16mm
• Gewicht: 427g
• ISBN-13: 9781437307146
• ISBN-10: 1437307140
• Artikelnr.: 25871900