Edward Payson Roe

Opening a Chestnut Burr (eBook, ePUB)

A Quaint Village Tale of Moral Dilemmas and Personal Growth

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Opening a Chestnut Burr," Edward Payson Roe crafts a rich narrative set against the backdrop of rural America, exploring the complexities of love, ambition, and the tension between tradition and progress. Through vivid characterization and a lyrical writing style, Roe delves into the lives of his protagonists, whose struggles and triumphs reflect the broader societal changes of the late 19th century. The novel masterfully intertwines themes of personal growth and societal expectations, drawing readers into a world where the chestnut burr serves as a poignant metaphor for life'Äôs hidden challenges and rewards. Edward Payson Roe, a prominent figure in American literature of the period, was greatly influenced by his own experiences as a farmer and a minister. His background afforded him a deep understanding of rural life and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals as they navigate the shifting tides of modernity. Roe's insights into human nature and his fervent belief in the possibility of personal redemption echo throughout the narrative, providing a compelling context for the characters'Äô journeys. Readers who appreciate deeply humanistic tales infused with social commentary will find "Opening a Chestnut Burr" both enlightening and engaging. Roe'Äôs adept storytelling invites reflection on the inevitable transitions of life, making this novel not only a poignant narrative but also a timeless exploration of the human experience.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 373
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066150150
• Artikelnr.: 58928528

Autorenporträt

Edward Payson Roe was an American novelist, Presbyterian clergyman, gardener, and historian. Edward Payson Roe was born in the settlement of Moodna, which is now part of New Windsor, New York. He attended Williams College and the Auburn Theological Seminary. In 1862, he was appointed chaplain of the Second New York Cavalry, United States Volunteers, and in 1864, chaplain of Hampton Hospital in Virginia. From 1866 to 1874, he was pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in Highland Falls, New York. In 1874, he moved to Cornwall-On-Hudson, where he focused on fiction writing and horticulture. During the American Civil War, he published weekly letters to the New York Evangelist and later lectured on the conflict and wrote for publications. He married Anna Paulina Sands in 1863 and had a number of children. Sarah married Olympic fencer Charles T. Tatham, while Pauline married landscape painter Henry Charles Lee. His writings were well-received in their day, particularly among middle-class readers in England and America, and were translated into other European languages. Their strong moral and theological aim helped to overcome America's Puritan prejudice toward works of fiction. One of his most common criticisms was that his writing resembled sermons.