Thomas Burke

Out and About London (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Heart of Old London: A Literary Journey through the Streets and Neighbourhoods of a Bygone Era

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Out and About London," Thomas Burke presents a vibrant tapestry of early 20th-century London life, meticulously capturing the city's eclectic character through a series of interrelated vignettes. His impressionistic prose, rich with sensory imagery, invites readers into the bustling streets, smoky pubs, and serene parks, rendering a city both alive and multifaceted. The book, steeped in the context of post-Victorian urban metamorphosis, reflects themes of modernity, social change, and the complexities of urban existence, making it a vital text for understanding the period's literary landscape. Thomas Burke, an English author and journalist, was deeply influenced by his own experiences of London'Äôs diverse locales. Raised in the heart of the city, his intimate familiarity with its hidden corners and varied populace invigorates his writing. Burke's journalism often intersected with literature, and his keen observations of the social fabric of London in the early 1900s shaped his poignant reflections in this work, allowing readers to witness the city through his uniquely discerning lens. "Out and About London" is highly recommended for readers seeking an immersive exploration of the city'Äôs spirit through a masterful blend of storytelling and vivid description. Anyone with an interest in urban studies, social history, or poetic literature will find this book an enriching roadmap through the streets of London's vibrant past.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 212
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066215972
• Artikelnr.: 58754030

Autorenporträt

Thomas Burke received a BA from Union College and an MFA from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Eastbound into the Cosmos is his first novel. He has contributed work to Tin House, The Rumpus, Playboy, Hobart Pulp and St. Petersburg Review, among other places. He has taught at UMass Amherst, the Newberry Library, and Northwestern University, where he is currently assistant director of the Kaplan Humanities Institute. Formerly Burke helped direct the Summer Literary Seminars in Russia and co-founded its sister program in Kenya. He is the recipient of the Eugene Yudis Prize for fiction, a fellowship from the UMass Amherst MFA Program, and a residency at Art Omi's Ledig House, among other honors. He lives in Evanston, IL with his wife and two children.