Talbot Mundy, born William Lancaster Gribbon on April 23, 1879, in London, England, was a renowned author of adventure and espionage fiction, often set in exotic locales. Mundy moved to the United States in 1909, after a colorful early life that included work as a fisherman, a fight against the Boers in South Africa, and various other jobs across several continents. His experiences abroad deeply influenced his literary work, infusing his narratives with authentic details and a palpable sense of adventure. Mundy is best known for his novel 'King of the Khyber Rifles' and the Jimgrim series, which introduced readers to tales of intrigue and action in the Middle East and India during the British colonial period. The book 'Her Reputation', one of his standalone works, continues Mundy's tradition of blending exotic settings with high-stakes drama, reflecting his fascination with mysticism and theosophy, which he joined in 1919. Mundy's writing style is characterized by its vivid descriptions, robust characters, and fast-paced plots that captivate readers with their complexity and depth. He passed away on August 5, 1940, in Florida, leaving behind a legacy that has influenced generations of adventure writers. Mundy's work enjoyed popularity during his lifetime and continues to be regarded as a significant contribution to early 20th-century fiction.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 22.11.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker |
Schlagworte | 20th century classic authors • Adventure fiction with philosophical depth • Character-driven emotional journey • Classic • classic fiction novels • classic romance novels • Cultural authenticity in character portrayal • early 1900s fiction • Early 20th-century psychological drama • Elegant descriptive writing style • English adventure novels • female protagonist literature • Globetrotting inspired prose • Historical • historical fiction books • Inheritance and honor themes • Literary Drama • Nuanced exploration of human nature • public domain classics • Societal expectations exploration • talbot mundy • Talbot Mundy literature • Wealthy heiress narrative |
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