Francis Hopkinson Smith

Gondola Days (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Excerpt: I have made no attempt in these pages to review the splendors of the past, or to probe the many vital questions which concern the present, of this wondrous City of the Sea. Neither have I ventured to discuss the marvels of her architecture, the wealth of her literature and art, nor the growing importance of her commerce and manufactures. I have contented myself rather with the Venice that you see in the sunlight of a summer?s day?the Venice that bewilders with her glory when you land at her water-gate; that delights with her color when you idle along the Riva; that intoxicates with her music as you lie in your gondola adrift on the bosom of some breathless lagoon?the Venice of mould-stained palace, quaint caffè and arching bridge; of fragrant incense, cool, dim-lighted church, and noiseless priest; of strong-armed men and graceful women?the Venice of light and life, of sea and sky and melody. No pen alone can tell this story. The pencil and the palette must lend their touch when one would picture the wide sweep of her piazzas, the abandon of her gardens, the charm of her canal and street life, the happy indolence of her people, the faded sumptuousness of her homes.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: OTB eBook publishing
• Seitenzahl: 148
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9783989730892
• Artikelnr.: 69793776

Autorenporträt

Francis Hopkinson Smith was an American author, painter, and civil engineer, renowned for his short stories and novels that delve into human nature and social issues. Smith initially pursued a career in engineering but later shifted his focus to art and writing. His literary work is characterized by rich characterization, vivid descriptions, and themes of resilience, particularly in the face of adversity. Smith's stories often portray marginalized individuals, exploring their struggles and triumphs in a rapidly changing world. His most notable work, ""The Under Dog,"" delves into the lives of mountain people after the Civil War, highlighting their hardships and tenacity. In addition to his writing, Smith was an accomplished painter, and his artistic background influenced his descriptive style. He was a member of the National Academy of Design and left a lasting legacy in both literature and art. Smith's works continue to resonate, reflecting the enduring spirit of those who face life's challenges.