Our House and London out of Our Windows (eBook)

Enriched edition. Exploring Victorian London Through Literary Reflections and City Life

Elizabeth Robins Pennell (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
1210 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406618786-6 (EAN)

Infos

In "Our House and London out of Our Windows," Elizabeth Robins Pennell offers a poignant glimpse into domestic life through a rich interplay of personal narrative and social commentary. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century London, the book employs a vivid and engaging literary style, interspersed with descriptive passages that immerse the reader in the sights and sounds of the bustling metropolis. Pennell masterfully blends her observations of urban life with reflections on the transient nature of home and belonging, providing a compelling context for understanding the human experience within the city's confines. Elizabeth Robins Pennell, a prominent American literary figure and illustrator, drew upon her experiences living in London, which shaped her perspectives on societal norms and artistic expression. Her work often reflects her advocacy for women's rights and the evolving cultural landscape of her time. These influences manifest in "Our House and London out of Our Windows," where she navigates her fascination with the interplay of architecture, identity, and urban life. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in the intersection of personal narrative and sociocultural observation. Pennell's insightful reflections will appeal to those seeking a deeper understanding of the Victorian era's complexities and the enduring nature of home in an ever-changing world.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.12.2019
• Einführung: Shelby Merrill
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Shelby Merrill
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Themenwelt: Reiseführer ► Europa ► Großbritannien
• Schlagworte: 19th century travel • American expatriate experience • british authors • City Life • cultural commentary London • Description and travel • Descriptive prose style • England • Historical travel writing • History of Great Britain • homes and haunts • intimate city reflections • Literary criticism • literary essays • Literary Nonfiction • London • London landmarks • Memoirs • metropolitan exploration narrative • personal reflections London • social change insights • Travel Literature • Travelogue • urban life observations • Victorian Era