George Manville Fenn

Broschiertes Buch

King of the Castle Vol. One

Beschreibung

"King of the Castle Vol. One" written by George Manville Fenn, a prolific British author acknowledged for his adventure and juvenile fiction. Published inside the 19th century, this novel is the first volume inside the "King of the Castle" collection, showcasing Fenn's narrative prowess and his capacity to captivate readers with thrilling memories. The story revolves across the protagonist, Tom Cotmore, a young and lively lad who embarks on a series of adventures within the English nation-state. Tom's experiences lead him to discover mysteries, face demanding situations, and shape bonds with different characters, ready towards a backdrop of nature and the allure of exploration. Fenn's writing is characterised by means of vibrant descriptions of the panorama, a keen sense of journey, and the exploration of ethical issues. As Tom navigates his way thru various trials, readers are drawn into a global wherein braveness, resourcefulness, and friendship play pivotal roles. "King of the Castle Vol. One" no longer best entertains with its enticing plot but also presents a glimpse into the societal values and expectancies of the time. Fenn's storytelling, coupled along with his expertise of the younger spirit, makes this quantity a long lasting example of nineteenth-century journey fiction, imparting readers an immersive revel in in the international of Tom Cotmore.

Autor

George Manville Fenn was a very productive author of novels, a writer, an editor, and an educator from England. He was born on January 3, 1831, in Pimlico, London. He mostly learned on his own; he taught himself Italian, French, and German. During the years 1851-1854, he went to Battersea Training College for Teachers and then became the head of a state school in Alford, Lincolnshire. In the early 1850s, Fenn started to write short stories and pieces for newspapers and magazines. The Old Forest Ranger, his first book, came out in 1856. Afterward, he wrote more than 100 books, many of them for teenagers and young adults. He was one of the most famous writers of his time, and his books were well-liked and read by many people. I also worked as a reporter and writer for Fenn. Among the newspapers and magazines, he worked for was The Boy's Own Paper, which he ran from 1866 to 1874. He worked hard to make children's books better and was a strong supporter of education and reading. The Englishman Fenn passed away on August 26, 1909, in Isleworth.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 128
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 172g
• ISBN-13: 9789360464448
• ISBN-10: 9360464449
• Artikelnr.: 69898527