Still Glides the Stream (eBook)

Flora Jane Thompson (Autor)

Flora Jane Thompson (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
199 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654718794-3 (EAN)

Infos

In "Still Glides the Stream," Flora Jane Thompson offers a poignant exploration of rural life in early 20th-century England. Through her evocative prose, Thompson captures the rhythms of nature and the intricate relationships within a close-knit community. The narrative unfolds with a gentle pace, reflecting the subtleties of life along the River Ouse, where the environment is both a backdrop and a character in its own right. Rich with vivid imagery and lyrical descriptions, the book expertly weaves themes of nostalgia, resilience, and the passage of time, situating itself within the broader context of pastoral literature and the early Modernist movement. Flora Jane Thompson, primarily recognized as a writer and poet born in 1876, drew upon her own experiences in rural England to craft this semi-autobiographical work. Her deep appreciation for the natural world and rural traditions was informed by her upbringing and lifelong connection to the countryside, which shaped her sensibility as a writer. Thompson's unique perspective as a woman in a male-dominated literary landscape also adds layers of depth to her narrative, offering insights into the domestic and social lives of women during her time. "Still Glides the Stream" is a must-read for those who cherish nature writing and pastoral themes. It appeals not only to lovers of literary heritage but also to readers seeking a deeper understanding of rural existence and the subtle complexities of human relationships. Thompson's mastery of language invites readers to slow down and contemplate the beauty of the world around them, making it a timeless classic worth revisiting.

Autor

Flora Jane Thompson (1876-1947) remains a cherished figure in British literature, recognized for her deep portrayal of rural English life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in Juniper Hill, Oxfordshire, she drew inspiration from her own experiences in the countryside for her writing. Perhaps best known for her semi-autobiographical trilogy 'Lark Rise to Candleford', her literary style combines a keen eye for detail and a nostalgic evocation of the past, often reflecting the changes that swept through rural communities during her lifetime. Her work was characterized by a poetic and evocative narrative voice, rich with descriptions of nature and the rhythms of country life. 'Still Glides the Stream' (1948), published posthumously, continued this tradition, portraying the tapestry of life in an English village while delving into themes of history, memory, and the inexorable flow of time. An acute observer, Thompson's stories are deeply empathetic, capturing the subtleties of human relationships amidst a rapidly transforming social landscape. Her legacy endures, with her writings offering a window into an era long gone but preserved through the clarity and humanity of her prose.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.8.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: british author • British classic novels • bucolic fiction themes • Classic • Classic Literature • Coming of Age • countryside life portrayal • Early 20th Century • early 20th century novels • english countryside • English countryside literature • evocative imagery writing • Family Saga • Fiction • Flora Jane Thompson works • Flora Thompson influence • generational story • Historical • historical fiction • Lark Rise to Candleford • lyrical descriptive prose • narrative literature classics • natural beauty appreciation • Nature Descriptions • Nostalgic family drama • pastoral fiction • pastoral themes exploration • Rural England • rural England setting • Rural Life Narratives • Small village life • timeless classic novel • Victorian Era