Henry Handel Richardson

The Fortunes of Richard Mahony (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Henry Handel Richardson's novel, The Fortunes of Richard Mahony, is a powerful exploration of the complexities of human nature and the tumultuous journey of the titular character from success to failure. Written in a realistic style with vivid descriptions of 19th-century Australia, Richardson's narrative skillfully portrays Mahony's descent into poverty and despair. The novel deftly blends social commentary with psychological insight, making it a timeless work of literature that continues to resonate with readers today. Henry Handel Richardson's intimate knowledge of the human psyche and her own experiences as an expatriate Australian living in Europe undoubtedly influenced her portrayal of Richard Mahony's psychological struggles and internal conflicts. Richardson's ability to weave together personal experiences and historical events adds depth and authenticity to the novel, creating a rich tapestry of emotions and themes. I highly recommend The Fortunes of Richard Mahony to readers who appreciate character-driven narratives and insightful explorations of the human condition. Richardson's compelling storytelling and profound insights make this novel a must-read for anyone interested in classic literature and psychological depth.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 908
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. November 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066338095121
• Artikelnr.: 64078238

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.