Henry Handel Richardson

The End of a Childhood (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Henry Handel Richardson's 'The End of a Childhood' is a poignant coming-of-age novel that delves into themes of loss, identity, and the transition into adulthood. Set in the early 20th century, the book follows the protagonist's journey through the trials and tribulations of growing up, capturing the complexities of human emotions with a raw and insightful narrative style. Richardson's attention to detail and rich character development immerses readers in a vivid portrayal of the era. The novel's exploration of inner turmoil and external influences offers a profound reflection on the universal experience of leaving childhood behind. Henry Handel Richardson, a pseudonym for Ethel Florence Lindesay Richardson, drew upon her own upbringing in Australia to craft a compelling narrative that resonates with readers on a deeply personal level. Richardson's own experiences and keen observations of human behavior infuse the book with authenticity and emotional depth. 'The End of a Childhood' is a must-read for anyone interested in evocative coming-of-age stories with a timeless appeal. Richardson's masterful storytelling and insightful character studies make this novel a classic in the genre, earning its place among the great works of literature.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 188
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. November 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066338095152
• Artikelnr.: 64075788

Autorenporträt

'Henry Handel Richardson' was the pen-name of Ethel Florence Lindesay Richardson, who was born in Melbourne, Australia in 1870. Her father was a medical graduate of Edinburgh University, and her mother was the daughter of a Leicester solicitor; they married after migrating to Australia during the Victorian goldrushes. After her father's death in 1879, her mother worked as a postmistress in country towns, but later she was able to take Ethel and her sister Lilian to Europe, to study music at Leipzig. Ethel, who became a skilled pianist, married John George Robertson, a science graduate turned philologist. Robertson was appointed Professor of German and Scandinavian Languages and Literatures at London University in 1903, where he became one of the foremost scholars of his day. By this time Ethel had begun to write, having given up all thought of a musical career. Her first novel, Maurice Guest, was published in 1908 and had a number of imitators. Her second, The Getting of Wisdom, published in 1910 was described by H. G. Wells as the best school story he knew. Her most important work was The Fortunes of Richard Mahony, published in three volumes, comprising Australia Felix, The Way Home and Ultima Thule, from 1917 to 1929.