1,99 €
1,99 €
inkl. MwSt.
Sofort per Download lieferbar
payback
1 °P sammeln
1,99 €
1,99 €
inkl. MwSt.
Sofort per Download lieferbar

Alle Infos zum eBook verschenken
payback
1 °P sammeln
Als Download kaufen
1,99 €
inkl. MwSt.
Sofort per Download lieferbar
payback
1 °P sammeln
Jetzt verschenken
1,99 €
inkl. MwSt.
Sofort per Download lieferbar

Alle Infos zum eBook verschenken
payback
1 °P sammeln
  • Format: ePub

George A. Birmingham was the pen name of James Owen Hannay (16 July 1865 - 2 February 1950), Irish clergyman and prolific novelist. Excerpt from the book: [...]some reason very few Englishmen undertake. &quote;If the man's a millionaire,&quote; I said, &quote;he won't care to dine with us-and he's probably a Jew-not that I've any particular prejudice against Jews.&quote; &quote;He's not a Jew,&quote; said Gorman. &quote;He's an Englishman. At least he's as English as any man with a name like that can be. I expect he'll jump at the chance of feeding with us. We're the only people on board the…mehr

  • Geräte: eReader
  • ohne Kopierschutz
  • eBook Hilfe
  • Größe: 0.5MB
  • FamilySharing(5)
Produktbeschreibung
George A. Birmingham was the pen name of James Owen Hannay (16 July 1865 - 2 February 1950), Irish clergyman and prolific novelist. Excerpt from the book: [...]some reason very few Englishmen undertake. "e;If the man's a millionaire,"e; I said, "e;he won't care to dine with us-and he's probably a Jew-not that I've any particular prejudice against Jews."e; "e;He's not a Jew,"e; said Gorman. "e;He's an Englishman. At least he's as English as any man with a name like that can be. I expect he'll jump at the chance of feeding with us. We're the only people on board the least likely to interest him."e; I admire Gorman's splendid self-confidence, but I do not share it. I shrank from seeking the friendship of a millionaire.[...].

Dieser Download kann aus rechtlichen Gründen nur mit Rechnungsadresse in A, B, BG, CY, CZ, D, DK, EW, E, FIN, F, GR, HR, H, IRL, I, LT, L, LR, M, NL, PL, P, R, S, SLO, SK ausgeliefert werden.

Autorenporträt
George A. Birmingham (1865-1950) was an Irish author and playwright known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature, particularly in the genre of satirical fiction. His works often explore themes of political intrigue, social dynamics, and village life, reflecting his keen observational skills and wit. Notable Work, The Simpkins Plot (1927): A satirical novel set in a fictional village, exploring political and social intrigue with a humorous touch. The Mysterious Mr. Balfour (1929): A novel combining elements of mystery and social satire. The Leper of Saint Giles (1931): Another example of his work that combines social commentary with engaging storytelling. George A. Birmingham's contributions to literature are notable for their satirical and character-driven approach. His novels offer a humorous and insightful look at the political and social issues of his time, and his ability to blend comedy with social commentary has left a lasting impact on readers and critics alike. Although not as widely known today, his work remains a significant example of early 20th-century satirical fiction, reflecting his unique perspective on Irish and British society. Birmingham passed away on February 15, 1950, but his work continues to be appreciated for its clever narrative style and insightful observations on human nature and societal norms.