Arthur Quiller-Couch

Broschiertes Buch

Hocken and Hunken A Tale of Troy

Beschreibung

"Hocken and Hunken: A Tale of Troy" by Arthur Quiller-Couch is an epic novel that transports readers to the legendary world of ancient Greece. Quiller-Couch, a master storyteller, weaves a captivating narrative filled with adventure, heroism, and the timeless struggle of honor versus destiny. Set against the backdrop of the Trojan War, the novel follows the exploits of the titular characters, Hocken and Hunken, as they navigate the tumultuous events of this legendary conflict. Quiller-Couch skillfully intertwines elements of mythology and historical fiction, bringing to life the epic battles and heroic deeds that have captivated audiences for centuries. As the heroes face daunting challenges and confront their own fates, readers are drawn into a world of honor, duty, and sacrifice. The novel explores themes of destiny and free will, as characters grapple with the inevitability of their fates while striving to shape their own destinies. Through its vivid portrayal of ancient Greece and its legendary heroes, "Hocken and Hunken: A Tale of Troy" stands as a testament to Quiller-Couch's mastery of the epic genre, offering readers a thrilling journey into the heart of one of history's greatest conflicts.

Autor

Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch was a British author who wrote under the name Q. He was born on November 21, 1863, and died on May 12, 1944. Even though he wrote a lot of novels, he is best known for his literary criticism and the massive book The Oxford Book of English Verse 1250-1900 (later expanded to 1918). Many people, including the American author Helene Hanff, who wrote 84, Charing Cross Road and its follow-up, Q's Legacy, were inspired by him even though they never met him. His Oxford Book of English Verse was a favorite of Horace Rumpole, a figure in John Mortimer's stories. Arthur Quiller-Couch was born in England in the town of Bodmin in the county of Cornwall. He was born to Dr. Thomas Quiller Couch (d. 1884), a famous doctor, folklorist, and scholar who married Mary Ford and lived at 63 Fore Street, Bodmin, until he died there in 1884. Thomas was born from the marriage of two very old families in the area: The Couch family and the Quiller family. Arthur was the third smart person in the Couch family to come from that line. Jonathan Couch, his grandpa, was a naturalist, a doctor, a historian, a classicist, an apothecary, and an artist (mostly of fish). He had two younger sisters named Florence Mabel and Lilian M. who were also artists and folklorists.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 252
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Mai 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 360g
• ISBN-13: 9789363057074
• ISBN-10: 9363057070
• Artikelnr.: 70922499