M. E. Braddon

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The Cloven Foot (eBook, ePUB)

Beschreibung

M.E. Braddon was a popular British writer during the Victorian Era.  Among Braddon's best known novels are Lady Audley's Secret and Aurora Floyd.  This edition of The Cloven Foot includes a table of contents.

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Mary Elizabeth Braddon (1835.1915), known as M E Braddon, was a prolific and influential English novelist whose works defined the Victorian sensation fiction genre. Born in London, Braddon began her career as an actress before turning to writing, quickly establishing herself as a leading figure in popular literature. Her breakthrough novel, ' Lady Audleys Secret ' (1862), set the standard for sensation fiction with its blend of mystery, scandal, and psychological complexity. Braddon is celebrated for her ability to weave intricate plots involving family secrets, inheritance disputes, and social intrigue. Throughout her long career, she wrote over eighty novels, many of which explore themes of identity, deception, and the constraints placed on women in Victorian society. Her works are notable for their strong female characters, suspenseful storytelling, and insightful social commentary. Despite facing criticism for her unconventional lifestyle and the sensational nature of her stories, Braddon remained a popular and respected author. Her legacy endures as a pioneer of sensation fiction and a key contributor to the development of the modern mystery novel. Readers of Victorian novels and mystery fiction continue to discover and admire her talent for creating suspenseful, psychologically rich narratives.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Charles River Editors
• Seitenzahl: 642
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. März 2018
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781531264444
• Artikelnr.: 54363416