Charlotte M. Yonge

Scenes and Characters, or, Eighteen Months at Beechcroft (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Charlotte M. Yonge was one of the most prodigious novelists of the 19th century, and though many of her books have long since gone out of print, some of her works are still read around the world today, including The Heir of Redclyffe ,  Heartsease  and  The Daisy Chain.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Krill Press
• Seitenzahl: 346
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Dezember 2015
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781518351037
• Artikelnr.: 55381862

Autorenporträt

Charlotte Mary Yonge (1823-1901) was an English novelist esteemed for her contributions to literature during the Victorian era. A prolific writer, educator, and editor, Yonge's literary prowess remains evident through her expansive opus, characterized by diligent social and historical depictions mixed with vibrant storytelling. 'Scenes and Characters, or, Eighteen Months at Beechcroft,' a quintessential example of her craft, showcases Yonge's adeptness in exploring domestic life and social customs of the 19th century. Born in Otterbourne, Hampshire, Yonge was influenced by the Oxford Movement and her unwavering Anglican faith, elements readily apparent in themes of moral piety and didacticism pervasive throughout her literature. She drew inspiration from her mentor John Keble, balancing her narrative skill with theological undertones. Yonge's long-standing publication, 'The Heir of Redclyffe,' is lauded as a paragon of her style and values, cementing her reputation as an integral fixture in pre-modern children's and women's fiction. Her dedication to education led her to deploy proceeds from her writing to support missionary work and the founding of schools. Through a literary career spanning over seven decades, Yonge's impact as a storyteller and advocate for education persists, reflecting an enduring legacy that resonates in scholarly and literary discussions to this day.