Anthony Hope

Frivolous Cupid (eBook, ePUB)

A Whimsical Journey Through the Complexities of Love and Matchmaking in the Victorian Era

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Frivolous Cupid," Anthony Hope crafts a delightful romantic comedy that explores the whims of love and human folly. Set against the backdrop of Victorian society, the narrative is characterized by its witty dialogue, sharp social observations, and playful irony. Hope employs a light-hearted literary style that invites readers into the charming yet tumultuous world of young lovers navigating the complexities of courtship. The novella reflects the era's fascination with the unpredictable nature of romance, simultaneously critiquing societal norms with a playful touch. Anthony Hope, best known for his adventure novels such as "The Prisoner of Zenda," was a British author whose keen sense of humor and understanding of human relationships deeply informed his works. His background in law and his experiences of the theatrical world in London enriched his narrative style, allowing him to blend humor with keen psychological insights. This playful exploration of romance in "Frivolous Cupid" reveals Hope'Äôs versatility and keen observation of societal dynamics. I strongly recommend "Frivolous Cupid" to readers seeking an entertaining yet thought-provoking examination of love'Äôs lighter side. Hope's clever intertwining of humor with genuine emotion ensures that the tale resonates with anyone who has ever been captivated by the capricious nature of love. This novella is a delightful escape into a world where the heart reigns supreme.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 75
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Mai 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664607973
• Artikelnr.: 58501192

Autorenporträt

Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins, as Anthony Hope (9 February 1863 - 8 July 1933), was a British novelist and playwright. He was a prolific writer, particularly of adventure stories, yet he is best known for only two works: The Prisoner of Zenda (1894) and its sequel Rupert of Hentzau (1898). These writings, considered "minor classics" of English literature, are set in the contemporaneous fictional kingdom of Ruritania and gave rise to the Ruritanian romance genre, which includes books set in fictional European places comparable to the novels. Zenda has inspired numerous adaptations, most notably the 1937 Hollywood film of the same name and the 1952 remake. Hope attended St John's School, Leatherhead, Marlborough College, and Balliol College, Oxford. In an intellectually distinguished career at Oxford, he earned first-class honours in Classical Moderations (Literis Graecis et Latinis) in 1882 and Literae Humaniores ('Greats') in 1885. Hope studied law and became a barrister in 1887, when the Middle Temple called him to the Bar. He studied under the future Liberal Prime Minister H. H. Asquith, who saw him as a potential barrister but was disillusioned by his decision to pursue a career in writing.