Frank Frankfort Moore

Well, After All (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

It was an interesting scene, beyond doubt," said Mr. Westwood, the senior partner in the Bracken-shire Bank of Westwood, Westwood, Barwell, & Westwood. "Yes, I felt more than once greatly interested in the course of the day.""Greatly interested? Greatly interested?" said Cyril Mowbray, his second repetition of the words being a note or two higher than the first. "Greatly int——Oh, well, perhaps you had your own reasons for feeling interested in so trivial an incident as a run on your bank that might have made you a beggar in an hour or two. Yes, I shouldn't wonder if I myself would have had my interest aroused—to a certain extent—had I been in your place, Dick." Mr. Westwood laughed with an excellent assumption of indifference, a minute or two after his friend had spoken. Cyril could not understand why he had not laughed at once; but that was probably because he had not been brought up as the senior partner in a banking business, or, for that matter, in any other business.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Frank Frankfort Moore
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Mai 2016
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9786050435214
• Artikelnr.: 45002853

Autorenporträt

Frank Frankfort Moore (1855-1931) was a prolific Irish novelist, poet, and playwright known for his work in the late Victorian and early Edwardian era. Born in Limerick and educated in Ireland, Moore possessed a notable literary talent that allowed him to delve into various genres. Cultivating a career in journalism, he initially worked as an editor before dedicating himself entirely to writing. In 'Well, After All,' Moore showcases his characteristic literary style that often blends wit with a satirical edge, reflecting the societal mores and the human condition of his time. Combining social commentary with entertainment, his writing encompasses a light-heartedness that endeared him to a broad readership. Moore's bibliography includes titles such as 'The Jessamy Bride' and 'The Millionaires,' where he demonstrates a strong narrative technique and a penchant for creating engaging characters. His work attracted both critical and public attention, cementing his place in the literary canon of the period. While not as widely remembered today, Moore's contribution to literature during his prolific career remains of interest to scholars studying the literary trends and cultural narratives of the turn of the 20th century.