The Captives (eBook)

Hugh Walpole (Autor)

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2022
456 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654716404-3 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Captives," Hugh Walpole crafts a poignant narrative that explores the intricacies of human relationships and the struggle for personal freedom amidst societal constraints. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Europe, the novel intertwines themes of love, captivity, and the search for identity. Walpole's rich, lyrical writing style accentuates the emotional depth of his characters, presenting a vivid portrayal of their internal and external conflicts, ultimately revealing how one's circumstances can shape their destiny. Hugh Walpole, a prominent English novelist of his time, was deeply influenced by his own experiences and the tumult of the world around him. Born in 1884, Walpole's literary career blossomed against the backdrop of significant historical events, including two World Wars and shifting social landscapes. His acute awareness of the fragility of human existence, coupled with his fascination for the darker aspects of life, is remarkably evident in "The Captives," making it a reflective examination of the human condition. This masterful work is highly recommended for readers who appreciate literary fiction that delves into the complexities of the human psyche. Walpole's keen insights and evocative prose make "The Captives" not only a compelling read but also a thought-provoking exploration of the themes of love and entrapment, solidifying its place in the canon of great literature.

Autor

Sir Hugh Seymour Walpole was a prolific English novelist, a contemporary of writers such as Virginia Woolf and James Joyce. Born on March 13, 1884, in Auckland, New Zealand, to an Anglican clergyman father, Walpole moved to England as a young child. He was educated at King's School, Canterbury, and Emmanuel College, Cambridge before embarking on a writing career that produced a vast array of novels, short stories, and criticism, often characterized by a vivid sense of narrative and an abiding interest in the complexities of human psychology and society. Walpole's literary style oscillated between Gothic and modernist, and he was particularly esteemed for his 'Herries Chronicle,' a series of historical novels set in the Lake District, which helped cement his reputation in the interwar period. One of Walpole's notable works, 'The Captives' (1920), engages with themes of freedom and confinement, both literal and psychological, revealing Walpole's nuanced exploration of human motives and relationships. Knighted in 1937 for his services to literature, Walpole's reputation has varied posthumously, but his role in shaping 20th-century English literature is indelible. He passed away on June 1, 1941, leaving behind a deeply textured literary legacy that continues to be studied and enjoyed.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.8.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Krimi / Thriller
• Schlagworte: 20th century fiction • british author • British Literature Classics • character-driven narrative • church rector • classic novels • clergical life • clerical mystery • complex family dynamics • dark atmosphere • dysfunctional family • Early 20th Century • Early Twentieth Century • emotional turmoil • England • english authors • english countryside • English literature • Fiction • Glebeshire setting • historical fiction books • Hugh Walpole novels • human relationships • literary fiction • literary suspense • London • mysterious death • Narrative Literature • public domain free books • Rich character development • small-town intrigue • The Captives novel • themes of betrayal • timeless literary fiction