Mapp & Lucia: Complete Series (eBook)

E. F. Benson (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
1100 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654738521-9 (EAN)

Infos

E. F. Benson's "Mapp & Lucia: Complete Series" masterfully encapsulates the intrigues and idiosyncrasies of English society in the 1920s through the sharp wit and comedic prowess of its characters. Set in the fictional town of Tilling, the narrative revolves around the fierce competition between the formidable social climbers, Elizabeth Mapp and Lucia Alice Pillson. Benson employs a vivid narrative style defined by its satirical tone, keen observational humor, and rich character development, drawing readers into the class-consciousness and social rituals of the era while simultaneously delivering a timeless critique of human vanity and ambition. E. F. Benson, a noted author and biographer, was deeply influenced by the societal dynamics of his time, having lived through the shifts of the Victorian to the Edwardian era. His extensive experience as a socialite and his keen psychological insight informed his portrayal of elegantly flawed characters. These stories reflect Benson's own life experiences, as he was known to navigate the complex landscape of English high society, offering readers a personal lens through which to view the undercurrents of rivalry and camaraderie. This complete series is an essential read for those who appreciate rich character studies and timeless humor. Readers will find themselves drawn into the vibrant tapestry of Tilling's social scene, relishing every twist of wit and subtle jab at human nature. "Mapp & Lucia" is not merely a tale of rivalry; it is a profound exploration of society and the human condition, making it a must-read for aficionados of classic British literature.

Autor

Edward Frederic Benson (1867–1940) was a prolific English writer, best remembered for his Mapp and Lucia series, an acute social satire set in the fictional English towns of Tilling and Riseholme. Born in Wellington College, Berkshire, Benson was the son of the Archbishop of Canterbury, and his upbringing in a well-connected family profoundly influenced his literary career. A graduate of King's College, Cambridge, where he was part of the select society known as the 'Apostles', Benson published his first work, 'Dodo', in 1893, which enjoyed popular and critical success, setting the stage for his future works. Throughout his life, Benson was astonishingly active, penning over a hundred books, including ghost stories, biographies, and historical texts. However, it is the 'Mapp and Lucia' series, with its sharp wit and vivid characterizations, that securely anchored Benson's literary legacy. His depiction of the social machinations and the petit bourgeois squabbles of his characters reflect a quintessentially English sense of humor and keen observation. As a chronicler of the comédie humaine within provincial life, Benson's work remains a touchstone of English comic literature. His keen insight into human nature and the hypocrisies of social life grant his narrative a timelessness that continues to charm and entertain readers to this day.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Comic / Humor / Manga ► Humor / Satire
• Schlagworte: 1920s social comedy • 20th century classic satire • Bridget Jones • British high society books • British humor literature • British social satire • Bronte • charming female protagonists • classic English comedy • classic humorist • Edwardian social satire • E.F. Benson novels • E. M. Delafield • English village comedy • Genteel manners • Guy Fraser-Sampson • Henry James • High society antics • humorous social commentary • interwar period literature • Jane Austen • light-hearted drama • Louisa May Alcott • Mapp and Lucia series • Quintessentially English • Rob Shelsky • Rye inspiration • satirical comedy series • satirical relationship exploration • sharp observational humor • sharp wit • Small-town rivalry • Social hierarchy • Social satire fiction • Tilling series Benson • Tilling village life • Tom Holt • Wilkie Collins • witty character dynamics