Leonard Merrick

Cynthia (eBook, ePUB)

With an Introduction by Maurice Hewlett

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Cynthia," Leonard Merrick crafts a poignant exploration of love, deception, and the intricacies of human relationships set against the backdrop of early 20th century society. Written in a meticulous literary style that blends rich character development with incisive social commentary, Merrick'Äôs narrative deftly navigates the tensions between individuality and societal expectation. The book's context reflects the evolving roles of women in Edwardian England and critiques the superficiality embedded within upper-class society, making it a nuanced addition to the canon of early modern literature. Leonard Merrick, a contemporary of more celebrated authors, was deeply influenced by his own experiences in the vibrant social circles of Victorian London. His keen observations of human behavior and the complexities of romantic entanglements shaped his writing, leading to a powerful and relatable narrative in "Cynthia." Although often overshadowed by his literary peers, Merrick'Äôs work confronts the darker themes of love and betrayal that resonate in the human experience, revealing his position as a significant but sometimes overlooked voice in literature. Readers seeking a profound reflection on the theme of love's duality will find "Cynthia" a compelling addition to their collection. Merrick'Äôs ability to entwine intricate emotional landscapes with pointed social critique not only engages but also challenges readers to reflect on their own lives and relationships, making this novel a timeless exploration of the human condition.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 175
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. Mai 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066218065
• Artikelnr.: 58755271

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.