Arthur Christopher Benson

Memoirs of Arthur Hamilton, B. A. of Trinity College, Cambridge (eBook, ePUB)

Extracted from His Letters and Diaries, with Reminiscences of His Conversation by His Friend Christopher Carr of the Same College

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Memoirs of Arthur Hamilton, B. A. of Trinity College, Cambridge," Arthur Christopher Benson presents a poignant exploration of identity and introspection set against the backdrop of early 20th-century British society. The memoir unfolds with a blend of lyricism and acute social observation, encapsulating Hamilton's academic journeys, intellectual conflicts, and the poignant relationships that shape a young man'Äôs life. Benson's narrative style is marked by its reflective quality, placing the reader in an intimate dialogue with Hamilton's thoughts and experiences, ultimately inviting a broader contemplation of educational and existential themes prevalent during the Edwardian era. Benson, a distinguished author and scholar in his own right, was deeply immersed in the intellectual currents of his time, having been both a student and later, a Fellow at Trinity College, Cambridge. His personal insights as a member of the British literary elite inform the memoir's rich tapestry, as he navigates the interplay of ambition, societal expectation, and personal fulfillment. Benson'Äôs extensive familiarity with Cambridge culture and his own experiences of loss and self-discovery imbue the memoir with authenticity and emotional depth. "Memoirs of Arthur Hamilton" is a compelling read for anyone interested in the complexities of youth, education, and the quest for self-knowledge. Benson'Äôs evocative prose not only captures a unique academic milieu but also resonates with universal themes that continue to engage readers today. This work will undoubtedly appeal to those who appreciate thoughtful reflections on personal growth and the nuanced realities of life at a prestigious institution.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 206
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664600967
• Artikelnr.: 58757060

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.