George Du Maurier

Peter Ibbetson (eBook, ePUB)

A Timeless Tale of Love and Imagination

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

George Du Maurier's novel, 'Peter Ibbetson', is a captivating tale of love and imagination that transcends the boundaries of time and reality. Written in a lyrical and dream-like style, the book explores the power of memory and the possibility of a shared dream life between two lovers. Set in the romantic backdrop of 19th-century England and France, the novel weaves together elements of romance, fantasy, and psychological intrigue, making it a timeless classic in the genre of psychological fiction.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 297
• Erscheinungstermin: 3. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664571793
• Artikelnr.: 58562869

Autorenporträt

George Du Maurier (1834-1896) was a Franco-British cartoonist and author, now best remembered for his novel 'Peter Ibbetson.' Born in Paris to a French mother and a British father, Du Maurier began his artistic journey studying chemistry before turning to art, where his talents flourished. His career as an illustrator saw his works frequently featured in the satirical magazine 'Punch,' where his keen observations of Victorian society earned him recognition. Transitioning from art to literature, Du Maurier established himself as a novelist with 'Peter Ibbetson' (1891), a semi-autobiographical novel that explores themes of love, dreams, and the subconscious. His foray into literature allowed him to delve deeply into character psychology and the subtle nuance of human emotion, setting a rich precedent for this genre in the late 19th century. Du Maurier's literary style often intertwined his visual sensibilities with a narrative voice that was both evocative and capable of sharp social commentary. Though 'Peter Ibbetson' was overshadowed by his later work, 'Trilby' (1894), which introduced the world to the mesmerist Svengali, it remains a compelling exploration of memory and the depth of the human psyche. Du Maurier's legacy persists not only through his literary contributions but also through his influence on his descendants, including his grandson, the renowned author Daphne du Maurier.