Leonard Merrick

A Chair on the Boulevard (eBook, ePUB)

Love, Art, and Bohemian Struggles in Belle Époque Paris

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "A Chair on the Boulevard," Leonard Merrick crafts a poignant narrative rich in psychological complexity and emotional depth. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century London, the novella explores themes of love, social stratification, and the existential dilemmas faced by individuals caught in the relentless tides of change. Merrick'Äôs prose is characterized by its acute observations and realistic dialogue, offering readers both a vivid portrayal of the era and an intimate glimpse into the souls of his characters. The literary style, infused with a blend of realism and subtle irony, invites readers to ponder the intricacies of human relationships and the discomforts of urban life. Leonard Merrick (1864'Äì1939), an English novelist and short story writer, brought to his works a keen sense of social awareness, influenced by his experiences in the bustling metropolis. Hailing from a background that straddled art and literature, Merrick was often at odds with the burgeoning modernist movement, preferring to emphasize character over form. His reflections on societal norms and personal aspirations stem from a life deeply intertwined with the artistic circles of his time. This novella is a must-read for anyone interested in early modern literature, social commentary, or the human condition. Merrick'Äôs exploration of love and loss resonantly speaks to contemporary readers, making "A Chair on the Boulevard" a timeless reflection worthy of critical examination and personal contemplation.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 276
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066229450
• Artikelnr.: 58755926

Autorenporträt

Leonard Merrick was an English novelist. Although virtually forgotten now, Merrick was highly regarded by his colleagues; J. M. Barrie dubbed him the "novelist's novelist." Leonard Miller was born in Belsize Park, London, to Jewish parents. After attending Brighton College, he studied to be a solicitor at Brighton and law in Heidelberg, but he was obliged to fly to South Africa at the age of eighteen due to his father's serious financial loss. He worked as an overseer at the Kimberley diamond mine and in a solicitor's office. After surviving a near-fatal attack of "camp fever," he returned to London in the late 1880s, where he worked as an actor and manager under the stage name Leonard Merrick. Merrick was well recognized by other writers of his time. In 1918, fifteen writers, including well-known authors such as H. G. Wells, J. M. Barrie, G. K. Chesterton, and William Dean Howells, teamed with publisher E. P. Dutton to release The Works of Leonard Merrick in fifteen volumes, which were released between 1918 and 1922. Each volume in the series was picked and prefaced by one of the authors. In 2009, William Baker and Jeannettes Robert Shumaker published a biography titled Leonard Merrick: A Forgotten Novelist's Novelist.