Robert W. Chambers

In the Quarter (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Robert W. Chambers' 'In the Quarter' is a vivid portrayal of the bohemian art scene in Paris during the late 19th century. Chambers' descriptive and atmospheric writing style paints a rich tapestry of colorful characters and decadent settings, drawing the reader into a world of passion, intrigue, and artistic pursuit. The book's exploration of the themes of love, ambition, and sacrifice is reminiscent of the French Naturalist movement, while its introspective tone and psychological depth align it with the emerging modernist literary trends of the time. Robert W. Chambers, a prolific American author known for his contributions to the genres of horror and fantasy, brings his talent for storytelling and character development to 'In the Quarter'. Chambers' own experiences living and traveling in Europe likely influenced the authentic portrayal of the artistic community in Paris, adding depth and authenticity to the novel's setting and characters. For readers seeking a captivating and immersive literary experience that delves into the complexities of art, love, and ambition, Robert W. Chambers' 'In the Quarter' is a must-read. This evocative novel offers a glimpse into a bygone era and explores universal themes that continue to resonate with readers today.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 208
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. März 2020
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066092276
• Artikelnr.: 59240346

Autorenporträt

Robert William Chambers (1865 - 1933) was an American artist and fiction writer, best known for his book of short stories entitled The King in Yellow, published in 1895. Robert was first educated at the Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute and then entered the Art Students' League at around the age of twenty, where the artist Charles Dana Gibson was his fellow student. Chambers studied at the École des Beaux-Arts and at Académie Julian, in Paris from 1886 to 1893 and his work was displayed at the Salon as early as 1889. On his return to New York, he succeeded in selling his illustrations to Life, Truth, and Vogue magazines. Then, for reasons unclear, he devoted his time to writing, producing his first novel, In the Quarter (written in 1887 in Munich). His most famous, and perhaps most meritorious, effort is The King in Yellow, a collection of Art Nouveau short stories published in 1895. This included several famous weird short stories which are connected by the theme of a fictitious drama of the same title, which drives those who read it insane. E. F. Bleiler described The King in Yellow as one of the most important works of American supernatural fiction. It was also strongly admired by H. P. Lovecraft and his circle. Chambers returned to the weird genre in his later short story collections The Maker of Moons, The Mystery of Choice and The Tree of Heaven, but none earned him as much success as The King in Yellow. Some of Chambers's work contains elements of science fiction, such as In Search of the Unknown and Police!!!, about a zoologist who encounters monsters. Chambers later turned to writing romantic fiction to earn a living. According to some estimates, Chambers had one of the most successful literary careers of his period, his later novels selling well and a handful achieving best-seller status. Many of his works were also serialized in magazines.