E. W. Hornung

A Bride from the Bush (eBook, ePUB)

Love, Marriage, and Class in Australia's Outback

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "A Bride from the Bush," E. W. Hornung weaves a captivating narrative that explores themes of love, social class, and cultural transformation in late 19th-century Australia. The novel employs a vivid, descriptive prose style, reflecting the rugged landscapes and intricate societal dynamics of the Australian bush. Hornung elegantly balances humor and pathos as he presents the story of an English gentleman who ventures into the wilds of Australia, where he encounters the fierce beauty of both the land and its people. The book serves as a subtle commentary on colonialism and the reshaping of identities amid the clash of cultures, all enriched by Hornung's sharp wit and keen observations of human behavior. E. W. Hornung, best known for his creation of the gentleman thief A.J. Raffles, was himself a product of cross-cultural influences, having lived in England and later in Australia. His exposure to diverse societal norms and the colonial experience deeply informed his writing. "A Bride from the Bush" not only showcases Hornung's narrative skill but also reflects his personal journey through places that were transforming rapidly in response to colonization. This novel is highly recommended for readers interested in historical fiction that delves into the complexities of love and identity against the backdrop of a changing world. Hornung's ability to evoke the spirit of the Australian bush and its people makes this story both engaging and thought-provoking, inviting readers to reflect on their own cultural narratives.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 242
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664562876
• Artikelnr.: 58499994

Autorenporträt

Ernest William Hornung (1866 -1921) was a prolific English poet and novelist, famed for his A. J. Raffles series of novels about a gentleman thief in late 19th century London.

Hornung spent most of his life in England and France, but in 1883 he traveled to Australia where he lived for three years, his experiences there shaping many of his novels and short stories.

On returning to England he worked as a journalist, and also published many of his poems and short stories in newspapers and magazines. A few years after his return, he married Constance Aimée Doyle, sister of his friend Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, with whom he had a son.

During WWI he followed the troops in French trenches and later gave a detailed account of his encounters in Notes of a Camp-Follower on the Western Front.

Ernest Hornung died in 1921.