Guy Thorne

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The Angel (eBook, ePUB)

Eternal Life and Mystical Secrets: A Victorian Supernatural Thriller

Beschreibung

In 'The Angel,' Guy Thorne crafts a thought-provoking narrative that intertwines metaphysical exploration with vivid character studies. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century societal upheaval, the novel delves into themes of morality, spirituality, and the human condition, employing a prose style that is both poetic and incisive. Thorne'Äôs vivid imagery and keen psychological insights invite readers to reflect on the complexities of faith and the struggle for redemption, positioning the work within the broader literary context of existentialism that was emerging during his time. Thorne, an English novelist and journalist, was influenced by the turbulent socio-political landscape of his era, including the repercussions of World War I and the rise of modernist thought. His personal experiences, along with his fascination with the intersections of life, death, and the divine, inform the philosophical inquiries presented in 'The Angel.' Thorne'Äôs mastery of the narrative form allows him to engage the reader'Äôs imagination while challenging their preconceptions about spirituality. For readers intrigued by the intersection of literature and philosophy, 'The Angel' offers a rich tapestry of ideas and emotions. This compelling exploration of faith, guilt, and the quest for meaning invites deep reflection and will resonate with those who appreciate literature that probes the depths of the human soul.

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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: 271
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066219376
• Artikelnr.: 58755475