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', author Arthur Christopher Benson delves into the fictional recounting of a young man's experiences and trials as he navigates the academic and social challenges of Cambridge University. The book is written in a personal and introspective style, providing insight into the inner thoughts and emotions of the protagonist. Benson incorporates elements of Bildungsroman and coming-of-age themes, making this work a classic example of Victorian literary fiction. The detailed descriptions and character development create a vivid image of university life in the 19th century. Arthur Christopher Benson, a scholar and educator himself, draws from his experiences in academia to authentically depict the struggles and triumphs of the protagonist. His deep understanding of human nature and psychology is evident in the complex characters and realistic dialogue in the book. The author's background in literature and education shapes the narrative, adding layers of depth and complexity to the story. I highly recommend 'Memoirs of Arthur Hamilton, B. A. of Trinity College, Cambridge' to readers who enjoy classic Victorian literature, coming-of-age stories, and insightful character studies. Benson's masterful storytelling and compelling narrative make this book a must-read for those interested in the nuances of human experience and personal growth.

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.