Henry Wood

Johnny Ludlow, Fifth Series (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

A series of vignettes about life in the Victorian times in Great Britain. Excerpt from Fifth Series: "I have called this Featherston's story, because it was through him that I heard about it-and, indeed, saw a little of it towards the end. Buttermead, the wide straggling district to which Featherston enjoyed the honour of being doctor-in-ordinary, was as rural as any that can be found in Worcestershire. Featherston's house stood at the end of the village. Whitney Hall lay close by; as did our school, Dr. Frost's. In the neighbourhood were scattered a few other substantial residences, some farmers' homesteads and labourers' cottages. Featherston was a slim man, with long thin legs and a face grey and careworn. His patients (like the soldier's steam arm) gave him no rest day or night. There is no need to go into details here about Featherston's people. His sister, Mary Ann, lived in his house at one time, and for everyday ailments was almost as good a doctor as he. She was not at all[2] like him: a merry, talkative, sociable little woman, with black hair and quick, kindly dark eyes.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: OTB eBook publishing
• Seitenzahl: 269
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. August 2018
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9783962724894
• Artikelnr.: 53794205

Autorenporträt

Mrs Henry Wood was born in Worcester, England. She began writing at a young age and published her first novel, The Nightshade in 1854. Her early works were often serialized in newspapers, a common practice for Victorian novelists and in addition to East Lynne, her other notable works include The Channings (1862), The Shadow of Ashlydyat (1863), and Mrs. Halliburton's Troubles (1862). These novels typically feature intricate plots and strong moral messages. Wood's novels often address social issues such as gender roles, class disparity, and the position of women in society. Her characters frequently grapple with these issues, reflecting her own views on social reform and Mrs. Henry Wood was one of the best-selling authors of her time and enjoyed significant popularity in both England and America. Her works contributed to the genre of Victorian domestic fiction and influenced subsequent writers. Her novels are still studied today for their insights into Victorian society and their impact on 19th-century literature. Wood's novels are known for their melodramatic elements, detailed character development, and exploration of moral and social issues. Her writing often delves into themes of love, betrayal, and social class, reflecting the values and concerns of Victorian society. Her detailed portrayal of domestic life, moral dilemmas, and social issues contributed to the development of Victorian domestic fiction.