Maurice Hewlett

Little Novels of Italy (eBook, ePUB)

Capturing the essence of Italian life through fictional tales and literary classics

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Maurice Hewlett's 'Little Novels of Italy' is a collection of stories that offer a glimpse into the lives of everyday Italians in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This book showcases Hewlett's ability to paint vivid portraits of characters and settings through rich language and intricate details. Each story is a gem that captures the essence of Italian life and culture, making it a valuable addition to the canon of Italian literature. Hewlett's writing style is both poetic and descriptive, immersing readers in the beauty and complexity of Italy. The stories in this collection range from tragic to comedic, providing a well-rounded view of human experiences in Italy during this period. With its engaging narratives and deep insights into Italian society, 'Little Novels of Italy' is a must-read for anyone interested in Italian literature or cultural history.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 285
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066178109
• Artikelnr.: 58930584

Autorenporträt

Maurice Henry Hewlett (1861–1923), an English historical novelist, poet, and essayist, carved a distinctive niche in the literary world of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Hewlett's career transitioned from law to literature, and he gained recognition with his second book, 'The Forest Lovers' (1898). His passion for medievalism and Renaissance is vividly showcased in his works, where he combined his love for history and romanticism. 'Little Novels of Italy,' published in 1899, is a testament to his literary style that often interweaves historical settings with lyrical prose and rich characterizations. This collection of tales illuminates the Italian landscape, both geographically and culturally, reflecting Hewlett's own fascination with the country and its art heritage. Although his popularity waned with the transition to modernist literature, Hewlett's novels remain exemplars of their genre, eluding straightforward classification and offering insight into the romantic historicism that characterized much of the literary output of his era. His oeuvre encompasses a wide range of books that include 'The Life and Death of Richard Yea-and-Nay' (1900) and 'The Queen's Quair; or, The Six Years' Tragedy' (1904), where historical figures are often the central characters. Hewlett's works, infusing antiquity with vitality, continue to be appreciated by those with a penchant for historical romances and the tapestry of the past.