G. P. R. James

Broschiertes Buch

Thirty Years Since Or, The Ruined Family A Tale

Beschreibung

"Thirty Years Since; or, The Ruined Family: A Tale" by G. P. R. James explores the complexities of social class and the consequences of personal decisions on both individuals and families. Set in Victorian society, the novel highlights the decline of a once-wealthy family, focusing on the delicate balance between fate and personal responsibility. Through the protagonist's journey and his encounters, the story contrasts the perspectives of characters from different backgrounds, revealing how wealth and class shape ambitions and relationships. The narrative also delves into the emotional and moral struggles of the characters as they confront their past actions and their impact on their present lives. The novel reflects on the way societal expectations influence personal choices, especially in a time where social standing played a crucial role in defining one's worth. The intertwined lives of the characters illustrate how the consequences of ambition, love, and betrayal can alter the course of lives and fortunes. Ultimately, the story becomes a powerful exploration of how external forces and internal desires collide, leading to both downfall and potential redemption.

Autor

George Payne Rainsford James, a London-born novelist and historian, was born on August 9, 1799, and died on June 9, 1860. He served as the British Consul for a long time in a number of locations across the continent and in the United States. During the final years of William IV's reign, he was the honorary British Historiographer Royal. In 1799, George Payne Rainsford James was born in London's Hanover Square on St. George Street. His father was a doctor who had been in the navy and had fought alongside Benedict Arnold in the Battle of Groton Heights in America during the Revolutionary War. He became passionate in learning new languages, such as Arabic, Persian, Greek, and Latin. When he was younger, he also studied medicine, but his preferences took him in a different way. His father, who had served in the navy himself, opposed his desire to enlist, which ultimately led to him being able to enlist in the army. James was injured in a minor battle after the Battle of Waterloo and remained in the army for a brief period of time during the Hundred Days as a lieutenant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 398
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Dezember 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 23mm
• Gewicht: 560g
• ISBN-13: 9789369070398
• ISBN-10: 9369070397
• Artikelnr.: 73244032