Arthur Christopher Benson

From a College Window (eBook, ePUB)

Reflections on Life and Literature Through a College Window

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'From a College Window' by Arthur Christopher Benson, the reader is transported to the intimate world of the author's reflections on life, literature, and human nature as seen through the window of his college study. The book is a collection of essays that display Benson's elegant and contemplative prose style, reminiscent of other renowned essayists of the time. Each essay offers a unique perspective on various topics, from the beauty of nature to the complexities of love and friendship, making it a compelling read for lovers of classic English literature. Benson's insightful observations and philosophical musings will resonate with readers who appreciate thoughtful and introspective writing. 'From a College Window' captures the essence of the early 20th-century intellectual landscape and showcases Benson's talent for blending personal experience with universal truths. Arthur Christopher Benson's background as an educator and literary figure shines through in this collection, reflecting his deep understanding of human emotions and relationships. Recommended for readers who enjoy reflective essays and timeless literary works that offer profound insights into the human experience.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 230
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066249601
• Artikelnr.: 58753605

Autorenporträt

Arthur Christopher Benson, FRSL was an English essayist, poet, and professor who was born on April 24, 1862, and died on June 17, 1925. He was the 28th Master of Magdalene College, Cambridge. Among other things, he wrote the words to Edward Elgar's Coronation Ode and the words to the patriotic song "Land of Hope and Glory" (1902). People really liked his poems, articles, and reviews of other writers' work. He was also known for writing ghost stories. Bernard Benson was born on April 24, 1862, at Wellington College in Berkshire. He was the sixth child of Edward White Benson (1829-1896), who was the first teacher of the college and later became Archbishop of Canterbury from 1883 to 1896. His mother, Mary Sidgwick Benson, was related to the scientist Henry Sidgwick. Edward Frederic Benson, who is best known for his Mapp and Lucia books, and Robert Hugh Benson, who was a priest in the Church of England before becoming a Roman Catholic and wrote many famous books, were also brothers of Benson. Margaret Benson, their sister, was an artist, an author, and a self-taught Egyptologist.