The Second Class Passenger: Fifteen Stories (eBook)

Enriched edition. Exploring Class Struggles Through Fiction: A Collection of Turn-of-the-Century Tales

Perceval Gibbon (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
280 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406619490-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Second Class Passenger: Fifteen Stories," Perceval Gibbon presents a collection of poignant short narratives that delve into the lives of the marginalized and overlooked. Through his concise, yet evocative prose, Gibbon captures the essence of human experience with a keen eye for detail and an understanding of psychological nuance. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century society, these stories explore themes of dislocation, class division, and existential longing, revealing the complexities of the second-class citizen within a rapidly modernizing world. Gibbon's literary style merges realism with a hint of modernism, inviting readers to examine the subtleties of character interplay and social commentary woven seamlessly throughout each tale. Perceval Gibbon, a South African author and journalist, was deeply influenced by his experiences of colonialism and the social stratifications it bred. Gibbon's own background as a traveler across continents imbues his narratives with a palpable sense of wanderlust and introspection. His work reflects an acute awareness of the societal transformations of his time, along with a compassionate insight into the human condition, which undoubtedly inspired the character-driven stories in this collection. This anthology is highly recommended for readers who appreciate sharp, thought-provoking literature that challenges societal norms and illuminates the human spirit. Gibbon's delicate yet powerful storytelling offers a profound exploration of both individual and collective identities, making "The Second Class Passenger" a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of human social dynamics.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.12.2019
• Einführung: Ryan Holloway
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Ryan Holloway
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: Authentic character narratives • British author insights • British Literature • Character-driven stories • Classic Literature • Early 20th Century • English literature • Fiction • fiction collection • Human condition stories • literary classics • literary fiction • marginalized voices • Perceval Gibbon • Post-Victorian society • Poverty and inequality • Realism in literature • short fiction collection • Short Stories • social class struggles • storytelling techniques • turn of the century tales