Guy Thorne

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A Lost Cause (eBook, ePUB)

A Tale of Deception and Moral Dilemmas in the Dark World of Crime

Beschreibung

In "A Lost Cause," Guy Thorne intricately weaves a narrative that explores the depths of human emotion against the backdrop of societal strife and personal loss. Deeply rooted in the post-Victorian literary context, the novel employs a rich, evocative prose style that captures the complexities of its characters'Äô psyches. The story unfolds around themes of disillusionment and redemption, reflecting the tumultuous zeitgeist of the early 20th century, while deftly navigating the interplay between individual struggles and broader socio-political issues. Guy Thorne, a prominent figure in early 20th-century British literature, garnered inspiration for this poignant work from his own experiences with war and loss, which shaped his understanding of the human condition. Raised in a changing Britain, Thorne was acutely aware of the shifting landscapes of society and morality, which resonates throughout "A Lost Cause." His acute observations of the conflicts of his time serve as both a canvas and a crucible for the rich character development and thematic depth found within the pages of this novel. "A Lost Cause" is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of personal and societal narratives. Thorne'Äôs masterful storytelling invites readers to reflect on the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, making this work not just a tale of despair, but also an exploration of hope and redemption. This novel will captivate those who seek to understand the intricacies of the human experience within historical contexts.

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Autor

Guy Thorne was the pen name of Cyril Arthur Edward Ranger Gull, who was an English writer and author who lived from 1875 to 1923 and wrote many books. His most famous work is When It Was Dark: The Story of a Great Conspiracy (1903). He wrote as Leonard Cresswell Ingleby and C. Ranger Gull as well. Thorne went to Denstone College, Manchester Grammar, and Oxford University, but he didn't finish his education there. From 1897 to 1898, he worked as a writer for the Saturday Review. He also wrote for The Bookman and The Academy. In 1899, he was editor of London Life. After that, he worked for the Daily Mail and then the Daily Express. He also wrote for Society, a news magazine. His first book, The Hypocrite: A Novel of Oxford and London Life, came out in 1898 under an assumed name. Starting in 1900, he wrote fiction, and over the next few decades, he wrote about 125 books. When It Was Dark was the most well-known and sold 500,000 copies. The book tells the story of Constantine Schaube, a traitorous Jew who tried to take down all of Christianity by falsely denying the Resurrection.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 228
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066205027
• Artikelnr.: 58755807