The Child of the Dawn (eBook)
161 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654730872-0 (EAN)
Arthur Christopher Benson (1862-1925) was a prolific English essayist, poet, and author, best known for his reflective and erudite prose. He was born in Wellington College, where his father, Edward White Benson, served as the headmaster before later becoming the Archbishop of Canterbury. Educated at Eton and King's College, Cambridge, Benson became a distinguished academic and was elected to the fellowship at Magdalene College, where he subsequently spent most of his career inspiring students with his teachings and writings. His literary works are extensive, with more than 70 books to his credit, encompassing genres ranging from poetry to essays, and including his notable work 'The Child of the Dawn,' a spiritual and philosophical exploration melding fictional narrative with introspective thought. Benson's writing is characterized by its introspection and a calm, reflective style, which made him a popular writer of his time. Devoted to his craft, he also edited Queen Victoria's letters, a project that further entrenched his position in the literary canon of the early 20th century. Beyond his own compositions, Benson is remembered for penning the words to one of Britain's most beloved hymns, 'Land of Hope and Glory.' While his works may not have the same readership today, Benson's contributions to the literary world and his influential role in the intellectual society of his era remain noteworthy.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 15.9.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction ► Fantasy |
Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Gesundheit / Leben / Psychologie | |
Schlagworte | allegorical fantasy fiction • Arthur Christopher Benson • Author's introspection • classic fantasy tales • Curious narrative • dramatic novel • early 20th century fiction • English fantasy literature • English literature • Fantasy Fiction • Fiction • Ghastly confusion • Immortality pondering • literary exploration • material life • mortality themes • Near-death experiences • Religious Fiction • speculative fiction classics • spiritual adventure novel • Spiritual life • Supernatural fantasy • The Child of the Dawn novel • unique characters • Victorian era authors • Wondrous possibility |
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