Oliver Goldfinch; or, The Hypocrite (eBook)

Emerson Bennett (Autor)

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2022
210 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654731341-0 (EAN)

Infos

Emerson Bennett's "Oliver Goldfinch; or, The Hypocrite" deftly navigates the complexities of moral duplicity and social hypocrisy through the enigmatic character of Oliver Goldfinch. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century America, Bennett employs a realist yet richly descriptive literary style, blending engaging dialogue with profound psychological insights. The narrative unfolds in a series of revealing encounters, showcasing the societal norms and personal conflicts that shape Goldfinch's identity, thus capturing the zeitgeist of the period and reflecting on broader themes of integrity and deception. Bennett, a prominent figure in American literature of his time, often drew on his own experiences as a writer and observer of human nature. His background as a newspaper editor and his engagement with various social issues provided a fertile ground for the exploration of hypocrisy in human behavior. Those insights into the dichotomy between public persona and private self are manifestly clear in Goldfinch's struggles, making it evident that Bennett sought to unveil the darker sides of societal interactions. Recommended for scholars of American literature and general readers alike, "Oliver Goldfinch; or, The Hypocrite" poses essential questions about authenticity and the human condition. It invites readers to reflect on their own moral landscapes while providing a compelling narrative that handles the complexities of character development and ethical dilemmas with both sensitivity and candor.

Autor

Emerson Bennett (1812-1902), noted for his contribution to American literature during the 19th century, stood as a prominent figure in the dime novel and story paper era. Bennett's literary style often fused elements of romance with adventure, resonating with the tastes of a readership eager for escapism during a time of national expansion and uncertainty. Though not as widely recognized as his contemporaries, Bennett's work provides valuable insight into the social and cultural norms of his time. 'Oliver Goldfinch; or, The Hypocrite' stands out among his repertoire as a novel that explores themes of morality and deceit, indicative of Bennett's preoccupation with the human condition and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in society. His works, while not enduring as classics in the canons of American literature, are studied for their reflection of the genres popular in his lifetime and their depiction of 19th-century American values. Bennett's other notable contributions include 'The Prairie Flower,' 'Mike Fink: A Legend of the Ohio,' and 'The Border Rover,' all of which further cement his legacy as a writer who captured the imagination of readers with tales of frontier life and action-packed narratives.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th-century america • 19th century classic fiction • 19th-century morality • american classic literature • american historical novels • American Literature • American societal norms • antebellum period literature • character-driven plot • Classic • complex human nature • Cultural Criticism • deceptive behavior consequences • Emerson Bennett • Emerson Bennett novels • Emerson Bennett writing style • ethical dilemmas in fiction • Historical • historical character study • historical narrative literature • Historical Romance • Human psychology exploration • internal conflict narrative • literary fiction classics • melodramatic fiction • moral hypocrisy themes • Moralistic storytelling • Oliver Goldfinch book • rich vocabulary prose • Social Class Conflict • Societal hypocrisy • Southern Gothic • Victorian hypocrisy