Ships in the Bay! (eBook)
346 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654700656-5 (EAN)
Dorothy Kathleen Broster, commonly known by her initials D. K. Broster, was an accomplished 20th-century British novelist celebrated for her expert storytelling in the historical fiction genre. Broster was born on September 2, 1877, in Garston, Liverpool, and advanced her studies at Oxford's Lady Margaret Hall, which set a scholarly foundation for her literary pursuits. She spent a brief period working as a secretary during World War I, an experience that enriched her understanding of human emotions amidst tumultuous times and further enlivened her narrative craft. Her writing career took flight with the 1920s trilogy that begins with 'The Flight of the Heron,' set against the backdrop of the 1745 Jacobite Uprising, which garnered critical acclaim for its vivid depictions and emotional depth. Although best known for her Jacobite series, Broster's repertoire includes the enthralling 'Ships in the Bay!' which adeptly combines her historical interest with a maritime setting to weave a suspenseful narrative that holds its readers captive. Broster's work is distinguished by meticulous historical research, a flair for capturing the Scottish Highlands' spirit, and a deep understanding of human psychology. Her prose, often noted for its lyrical quality and dramatic tension, has resonated with audiences seeking both intellectual substance and engaging storytelling. D. K. Broster passed away on August 7, 1950, but her legacy persists through her novels, which continue to fascinate and transport readers into the rich tapestries of the past.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 17.5.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Historische Romane |
Schlagworte | 19th century love stories • accused of treason • A Splendid Ruin • beneath a scarlet sky • Bridgerton • D. K. Broster author • English protagonist • French invasion • friendship of Mr. Jerome Salt • historical fiction • historical naval romance • Irish relatives • Ken Follett • late eighteenth-century historical novel • Liverpool setting • maritime historical novels • naval fiction • Notre Dame de Paris • public domain classics • romantic historical drama • romantic subplot • The Henna Artist • The MacKinnon's Bride • the weight of ink • treasonable motives • unsuccessful invasion • Victorian England literature • Victorian era romance • When We Believe in Mermaids • where the crawdads sing |
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