Dinah Maria Mulock Craik

Broschiertes Buch

Story Of A Genius, Or Cola Monti (1864)

Beschreibung

""Story of a Genius, or Cola Monti"" is a novel written by Dinah Maria Mulock Craik and published in 1864. The book tells the story of Cola Monti, a young boy with extraordinary talent and intelligence who is sent away to a boarding school in order to receive a proper education. Despite facing many challenges and obstacles, Cola perseveres and eventually becomes a successful artist and writer. Along the way, he forms close friendships and learns important life lessons about hard work, determination, and the true meaning of success. The novel is a heartwarming and inspiring tale of a young boy's journey towards achieving his dreams, and is sure to captivate readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

Dinah Maria Mulock was born in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England. She was the daughter of Thomas Mulock, a Nonconformist minister and writer, and Dinah Mulock. Her father left the family when Dinah was young, leaving her mother to raise her and her siblings. This early experience of hardship and resilience significantly influenced Dinah's writing. "John Halifax, Gentleman" (1856): This is her most famous and enduring work, telling the story of John Halifax, a self-made man who rises from humble beginnings to become a successful and respected gentleman. The novel explores themes of social mobility, integrity, and the value of hard work and character. his novel focuses on the challenges and triumphs of marriage, portraying a woman's struggle to find happiness and fulfillment within the confines of Victorian society. Dinah Maria Mulock Craik's works have had a lasting impact on English literature, particularly in the genre of domestic fiction. "John Halifax, Gentleman" remains a classic, celebrated for its portrayal of Victorian values and its inspirational story of personal and social improvement. Her contributions to children's literature, with enduring stories like "The Little Lame Prince," also highlight her versatility and broad appeal as an author. Dinah Maria Mulock Craik's dedication to exploring complex social and moral issues through compelling narratives has secured her place as a significant figure in 19th-century literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 184
• Erscheinungstermin: 13. Juni 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 276g
• ISBN-13: 9781104658182
• ISBN-10: 1104658186
• Artikelnr.: 26832543