News from the Duchy - Quiller-Couch, Arthur
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"News from the Duchy" by Arthur Quiller-Couch is a captivating novel that immerses readers in the rich tapestry of British literature, specifically set in the picturesque landscapes of Cornwall. As a work of historical fiction, Quiller-Couch weaves a compelling narrative that explores the intricacies of life within the Duchy, delving into themes of drama, romance, and social class. At its core, "News from the Duchy" unfolds as a family saga, offering readers a glimpse into the lives of characters entangled in a web of intrigue and rural life. Against the backdrop of Cornwall's stunning vistas,…mehr

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"News from the Duchy" by Arthur Quiller-Couch is a captivating novel that immerses readers in the rich tapestry of British literature, specifically set in the picturesque landscapes of Cornwall. As a work of historical fiction, Quiller-Couch weaves a compelling narrative that explores the intricacies of life within the Duchy, delving into themes of drama, romance, and social class. At its core, "News from the Duchy" unfolds as a family saga, offering readers a glimpse into the lives of characters entangled in a web of intrigue and rural life. Against the backdrop of Cornwall's stunning vistas, Quiller-Couch skillfully develops characters, allowing readers to witness their growth and evolution throughout the narrative. With its blend of romance, drama, and social commentary, "News from the Duchy" transports readers to a bygone era, where social class divisions and familial bonds shape the destinies of its characters. Through Quiller-Couch's masterful storytelling, readers are drawn into a world of passion, conflict, and character development, making "News from the Duchy" a captivating addition to the realm of British literature.
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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.