Anne Hereford (eBook)
389 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654702309-8 (EAN)
Ellen Wood (1814–1887), known in her writing life as Mrs. Henry Wood, was a prolific English novelist who found success with her sensational storytelling and ability to captivate Victorian era readers. Born in Worcester as Ellen Price, she took to writing at an early age and later married Henry Wood in 1836, adopting his name professionally. After moving to France due to her husband's business failures, she turned to writing serialized novels for the New Monthly Magazine to support her family. Wood's writing is characterized by gothic undertones and a keen eye for social commentary disguised within her narratives. Her skilled use of intricate plots and deep character development were hallmarks of her literary style. Perhaps her most famous work, 'East Lynne' (1861), exemplified this with an impressive reception, becoming one of the bestselling novels of the Victorian era. However, other works such as 'Anne Hereford' showcased her versatility in storytelling and her capacity for creating gripping, melodramatic tales. Her ability to weave complex narratives that touch on themes of morality, gender, and society solidified her place as a distinguished figure in 19th-century English literature. Although the literary style of Mrs. Henry Wood may be seen as emblematic of its time, her influence extends beyond her period, offering insight into Victorian social norms and the will to overcome adversities through the art of storytelling.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 29.5.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker |
Schlagworte | 19th century fiction • Anne Hereford novel • British classic books • classic women authors • England • English historical novel • English literature • family secrets • female authorship • Fiction • France • gothic elements • Gothic romance novel • governesses • inheritance disputes • intrigue and mystery fiction • literary fiction classics • mrs. henry wood • mystery novel • orphan protagonist • Orphans • Social hierarchy • upper-class gossip • Victorian England • Victorian Literature |
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