A Life's Secret (eBook)

A Novel

Henry Wood Mrs. (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
237 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654725398-3 (EAN)

Infos

In "A Life's Secret," Henry Mrs. Wood weaves an intricate tapestry of passion, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships in Victorian England. The novel is characterized by its rich prose and psychological depth, exploring the turmoil within its characters as they navigate societal expectations and personal desires. Wood employs a third-person omniscient narrative style, allowing for a multifaceted examination of the characters' motives and secrets that ultimately drive the plot forward. The juxtaposition of social propriety with the intimate struggles of the individual reflects the tension of the era, making it a poignant reflection on the human condition. Author Henry Mrs. Wood, a prominent novelist of the 19th century, was born in 1814 and found her voice in an age when literature began to appeal more broadly to middle-class readers. Her extensive body of work often reflects her interests in morality, family dynamics, and social intricacies, influenced by her own experiences in a rapidly changing society. Wood's keen observation of human behavior and her compassionate insight into the lives of women during her time undoubtedly informed the creation of "A Life's Secret." Readers seeking a profound exploration of emotional resilience and moral dilemmas will find "A Life's Secret" not only engaging but also deeply resonant. This novel invites contemplation of the boundaries between public persona and private reality, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in classics that illuminate the complexities of love and the secrets that define us.

Autor

Ellen Price, who later became widely known under her married name Mrs. Henry Wood, was an eminent Victorian author whose literary career began in the mid-nineteenth century. Born on January 17, 1814, in Worcester, England, her early exposure to the world of books came from her father, who was a glove manufacturer and a man with a library with diverse reading materials. Wood's education was enriched by her avid reading, which later served as the bedrock for her literary works. In 1836, she married Henry Wood, which led to a significant portion of her life spent in France. It was during these years that she began her career in earnest as a writer, publishing stories in various magazines. Wood's prolific writing career featured a focus on sensation novels, a genre characterized by intrigue, secrets, and intense emotional experiences. Her narrative style is characterized by a strong moral undercurrent and a depiction of domestic life fraught with challenges and tensions. 'A Life's Secret,' among her notable works, stands as a testament to her storytelling prowess, weaving together themes of ambition, industrial society, and the complexities of human relationships. Known primarily for her best-selling novel 'East Lynne', Wood penned over 30 novels, which gained her a wide readership in her time and cemented her legacy in English literature. She passed away on February 10, 1887, but her work continues to be of scholarly interest, remembered for its contributions to the landscape of 19th-century fiction.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century fiction • 19th century narrative • 19th century novel • A Life's Secret book • British Literature • captivating introspective fiction • complex human relationships • Domestic fiction • England • English classic novels • English literature • English society novels • family secrets • female protagonist • Fiction • Henry Wood author • hidden truths journey • Historical British Fiction • historical fiction • inheritance drama • literary fiction classics • morality and identity • mystery novel • plot twists intrigue • psychological character study • secrets and consequences • social class dynamics • social issues in literature • societal expectations conflict • Strikes and lockouts • Victorian England • victorian family drama • Victorian Literature • Women authors in literature