William Morris

News from Nowhere; Or, An Epoch of Rest (eBook, ePUB)

Being Some Chapters from a Utopian Romance

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'News from Nowhere; Or, An Epoch of Rest' by William Morris, the reader is transported to a utopian future where society has achieved a harmonious balance between nature and humanity. Written in a poetic and dreamlike style, the book offers a sharp critique of the industrialized Victorian era of the late 19th century. Morris's use of rich imagery and allegorical storytelling reflects his belief in the importance of art and craft in a society driven by profit and materialism. Through its exploration of themes such as social equality, environmentalism, and the value of labor, 'News from Nowhere' serves as a poignant reminder of the timeless pursuit of a better world. Morris's work is considered a seminal text in the utopian literature genre, influencing subsequent works such as Edward Bellamy's 'Looking Backward' and H.G. Wells' 'A Modern Utopia'. As a social activist and founder of the Arts and Crafts Movement, Morris's vision of a more equitable and sustainable society continues to resonate with readers seeking inspiration for a better future. I highly recommend 'News from Nowhere' to those interested in utopian fiction, social critique, and the enduring relevance of Morris's visionary ideas.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 246
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664109606
• Artikelnr.: 58435388

Autorenporträt

William Morris was born in 1834 in Walthamstow, England. He was one of the great all-rounders, such as a poet, painter, author, translator, political scholar, social reformer, designer, and publisher. The organisations and movements he established ranged from the Arts and Crafts Movement to the Socialist Federation to the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings. He started his writing career at Oxford University, where he contributed to and funded the Oxford and Cambridge Magazine. After the Socialist League moved too far from Morris's brand of freedom socialism for him to stay a part of it, he dedicated himself to writing. Initially, these were stories of ancient Germanic legends, and then "Here Be Dragons" became a series of completely fantasy novels, beginning with The Wood Beyond the World and also The Well at the World's End.