The Flight of Pony Baker

William Dean Howells (Autor)

Buch | Softcover

72 Seiten

2023
Sharp Ink (Verlag)
978-80-283-5804-4 (ISBN)

Infos

In "The Flight of Pony Baker," William Dean Howells masterfully weaves a narrative that combines the innocence of childhood with the gritty realities of rural American life. Through the eyes of young Pony Baker, readers are invited to explore themes of imagination, adventure, and the transition from childhood to adulthood. Howells employs a realistic literary style that emphasizes rich descriptions and a keen observation of social characters, mirroring the naturalism that characterizes his broader body of work. This novella not only portrays the joys and challenges of youth but also serves as a microcosm of societal expectations and familial bonds in 19th-century America. William Dean Howells, renowned as the "Dean of American Letters," was a significant figure in the transition towards realism in American literature. His experiences growing up in a modest family and his extensive work as a literary critic and editor shaped his understanding of American society. Howells' inclination to reflect on ordinary life and the complex human conditions often stemmed from his own journey through personal and social observations, which are vividly encapsulated in this poignant tale. "The Flight of Pony Baker" is a must-read for those seeking a deeper understanding of the intersection between childhood and societal norms, as well as for fans of American realism. Howells' nuanced storytelling and empathetic character development make this work a timeless exploration of youth's dreams and disillusionments, inviting readers into a world where imagination takes flight.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheinungsdatum: 22.02.2024
• Sprache: englisch
• Maße: 152 x 229 mm
• Gewicht: 120 g
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Romane / Erzählungen
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Spielen / Lernen ► Abenteuer / Spielgeschichten
• Schlagworte: American realist fiction • Charles Dickens • cultural exploration tale • Early 20th Century • family dynamics story • Harry Potter • historical children's adventure • holes • imaginative childhood escape • John Green • Jules Verne • Native American friendship • Ohio boy's town • Overprotective parenting • paper towns • Peter Pan • Robert Louis Stevenson • The Adventures of Tom Sawyer • The Maze Runner • young boy's journey
• ISBN-10: 80-283-5804-7 / 8028358047
• ISBN-13: 978-80-283-5804-4 / 9788028358044
• Zustand: Neuware