Elinor Glyn

Broschiertes Buch

The Vicissitudes Of Evangeline (1905)

Beschreibung

The Vicissitudes Of Evangeline is a novel written by Elinor Glyn and published in 1905. The story follows the life of a young woman named Evangeline who is born into a wealthy family in England. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when her father loses his fortune and they are forced to move to America.Evangeline must adapt to her new life in America, which is vastly different from the one she had known in England. She struggles to fit in with her new surroundings and must learn to navigate the societal norms of her new home.As she grows older, Evangeline finds herself torn between two men: a wealthy American businessman and a charming English aristocrat. She must make a difficult decision about which man to choose, all while trying to find her place in the world.The novel explores themes of love, class, and identity, as Evangeline tries to find her way in a world that is constantly changing around her. It is a captivating story 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

Elinor Glyn was a British novelist and screenwriter born in 1864. She gained prominence for her novels that explored themes of romance, desire, and societal expectations. Glyn's writing often featured strong female characters navigating the complexities of love and identity, reflecting the evolving attitudes toward women during her lifetime. Her most famous works include ""It,"" which introduced the idea of ""it"" as a captivating quality, and ""The Point of View,"" which examines empathy through a unique narrative device. Glyn's novels were characterized by vivid descriptions and engaging plots that blended romance with social commentary. In addition to her literary achievements, she made significant contributions to the film industry, adapting her novels for the screen and becoming one of the first female screenwriters. Glyn's legacy endures in both literature and cinema, establishing her as a pioneering figure in modern storytelling about love and personal relationships. She passed away in 1943.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 288
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Dezember 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 16mm
• Gewicht: 421g
• ISBN-13: 9781437344707
• ISBN-10: 1437344704
• Artikelnr.: 25885809