Henry Harland

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The Lady Paramount (eBook, ePUB)

Love, Power, and Societal Intrigues in 19th Century Aristocracy

Beschreibung

Henry Harland's "The Lady Paramount" is a captivating exploration of social dynamics set against the backdrop of late Victorian England. With a deft blend of psychological insight and intimate character studies, Harland illustrates the intricate web of relationships among the upper echelons of society. His prose is marked by a delicate lyricism and a nuanced understanding of human emotion, evoking a compelling sense of place and time that immerses the reader in the era's complexities. The novel subtly critiques social hierarchies, particularly the roles of women, as it navigates themes of ambition, power, and desire through the life of its compelling female protagonist. Henry Harland, an influential figure in the literary world of the late 19th century, was well-versed in the artistic and social movements of his time. His background as a writer, editor, and prominent member of the literary community, particularly in the 'Yellow Book' movement, undoubtedly shaped his sensitivity to societal issues explored in "The Lady Paramount." Harland's incisive observations of human nature and his experiences with the artistic elite provide rich context for his exploration of the constraints placed upon women in society. Highly recommended for readers who appreciate rich character development and social critique, "The Lady Paramount" invites a thoughtful examination of the intersection between gender and power. Harland's masterful storytelling and keen psychological insight make this novel a poignant reflection on the implications of personal ambition and societal expectations, securing its place among the significant works of its time.

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Henry Harland was an American novelist and editor. Harland was born in Norwich, Connecticut, in 1861 as the son of Fourierist Thomas Harland, a former roommate of editor and novelist Edmund Clarence Stedman. He grew up in New York, and after the Civil War, the Harlands lived in the city's German Jewish neighborhood. Harland went to City College of New York then briefly Harvard Divinity School. In May 1884, he married Aline Herminie Merriam, a fellow artist. His literary career is divided into two sections. During the first, he wrote a series of exciting novels under the pseudonym Sidney Luska, paying little attention to literary merit. His writings created under this name in the 1880s were the first widely read books about the American Jewish experience, which Harland both applauded and condemned. Harland's depictions were heavily criticized by the Jewish community. One review in the Philadelphia-based Jewish Exponent said one of his writings was "grossly inartistic" and displayed "condescension" and "vulgar assumption toward Jews." In The Menorah, Kaufmann Kohler claimed that in Harland's novels, "the Jews, as a class, lack refinement".

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 226
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066178420
• Artikelnr.: 58930147