Arthur Quiller-Couch

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Sir John Constantine (eBook, ePUB)

Memoirs of His Adventures At Home and Abroad and Particularly in the Island of Corsica: Beginning with the Year 1756

Beschreibung

In 'Sir John Constantine', Arthur Quiller-Couch weaves an intricate tale set against the backdrop of a richly imagined world where myth intertwines with reality. The narrative unfolds through masterful prose that reflects Quiller-Couch'Äôs affinity for the lyrical and the dramatic, drawing the reader into a captivating exploration of heroism, fate, and the complexities of the human spirit. With its blend of historical context and elements of the supernatural, the book resonates with the traditions of romance and adventure, mirroring the literary currents of the early 20th century that sought to revive the epic and the fantastical. Arthur Quiller-Couch, a prominent figure in early modern British literature, was not only an academic but also an editor and critic. His deep knowledge of poetic form and narrative structure informs the dynamic storytelling found in 'Sir John Constantine'. His upbringing in Cornwall, rich with folklore and legend, undoubtedly influenced his conception of a heroic figure who navigates both personal and grand narratives, which reflect broader themes of honor and existential inquiry. Readers seeking a blend of adventure, philosophical contemplation, and lush prose will find 'Sir John Constantine' a rewarding journey. Quiller-Couch'Äôs profound ability to merge narrative depth with vivid imagery ensures that this book stands as a significant contribution to the genre of speculative fiction, inviting readers to ponder the nature of heroism in their own lives.

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Autor

Arthur Quiller-Couch was born in the town of Bodmin, Cornwall. He was the son of Dr. Thomas Quiller Couch, a renowned physician, folklorist, and historian who married Mary Ford and resided at 63 Fore Street, Bodmin, until his death in 1884. Thomas was the offspring of two historic local families, the Quiller and Couch dynasties. Arthur was the third generation of academics from the Couch family. His grandfather, Jonathan Couch, was a naturalist, physician, historian, classicist, pharmacist, and illustrator (especially of fish). His younger sisters, Florence Mabel and Lilian M., were both writers and folklorists. Quiller-Couch attended Newton Abbot Proprietary College between the late 1870s and the early 1880s. He later attended Clifton College and Trinity College, Oxford, where he earned a First in Classical Moderations (1884) and a Second in Greats (1886). Quiller-Couch briefly taught Classics at Trinity beginning in 1886. After gaining some journalistic experience in London, primarily as a writer to The Speaker (periodical), he settled in Fowey, Cornwall, in 1891.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 383
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066227654
• Artikelnr.: 58930822