The Sundering Flood (eBook)
217 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654735076-7 (EAN)
William Morris (1834–1896) was a man of remarkable breadth in his creative endeavors, known not only as an author but also as a textile designer, poet, and early socialist. His work in various fields had a profound influence on visual arts and literature at the close of the 19th century and continues to be influential. Morris had a penchant for medieval themes, which is reflected in many of his works, including his fantasy novel 'The Well at the World's End' (1896). 'The Sundering Flood' (1897), another of his notable works, exemplifies his narrative style, imbued with romanticism and rich in fantastical elements. This novel was published posthumously and once again demonstrated Morris's unique ability to weave together the chivalric and the mythical, with strong undertones of his idealistic philosophies. A pioneer of the Arts and Crafts Movement, Morris championed the unity of arts and craftsmanship, which also penetrated his literary expressions. Beyond his imaginative literature, William Morris was an influential figure in the development of socialist thought in Britain, which underscores an important facet of his comprehensive and artistically diverse oeuvre. His commitment to beauty, social reform, and his critique of industrialization brought about a legacy that extends beyond his literary work, influencing both the political and artistic realms of society.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 16.9.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker |
Schlagworte | 19th Century Romance • Arts and Crafts Movement • Arts and Crafts movement author • Chivalric elements • Classic • Craftsmanship • English literature • english novelist • fantasy classic fiction • Fantasy Literature • folk narratives • Love and separation • medieval adventure tale • medieval romance • mythopoeic • neo-medievalism • Nostalgia • pre-Raphaelite literature • romantic fantasy epic • Romanticism • The Sundering Flood book • victorian era fiction • William Morris novel |
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