Florence L. Barclay

Through the Postern Gate (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Absolute romance, distinctly modern and appealing to the regular novel reader of somewhat uncritical taste, may be found in "Through the Postern Gate." The author has achieved fame in a former story which ranked among the "best sellers."

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Simon + Schuster LLC
• Seitenzahl: 103
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Dezember 2013
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781627938587
• Artikelnr.: 49180823

Autorenporträt

Florence Louisa Barclay (1862-1921) was an English romance novelist and short story writer whose literary career commenced in the early 20th century. Born on December 2, 1862, in Limpsfield, Surrey, Barclay was the daughter of a reverend and married a clergyman, Charles W. Barclay. She found her literary voice in her late thirties, going on to write numerous bestsellers, earning both critical acclaim and a global readership. Her most successful novel, 'The Rosary,' published in 1909, was widely celebrated and became the number-one bestselling novel in the United States in 1910. Barclay's literary style is characterized by its emotional intensity, intricate characterizations, and strong moral undercurrents. 'Through the Postern Gate' (1911) is a work that exemplifies her narrative technique, interweaving themes of love and morality with a delicate emotional profundity that was her hallmark. The book is one of the many that showcase her expertise in exploring human relationships and the complexities of the human heart. Barclay's novels were known to offer readers an escape into a world of genteel romance and were particularly appreciated for their optimistic portrayals of life's trials and the endurance of love. Her writings are still treasured by enthusiasts of early 20th-century romance literature. Barclay's influence on the genre of romantic fiction remains noteworthy, with her books serving as exemplars of the period's literary style in the genre.