Servants of Sin (eBook, ePUB) - Bloundelle-burton, John
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Lifting aside the heavy tapestry that hung down in front of the window of the tourelle which formed an angle of the room—a window from which the Bastille might be seen frowning over the Quartier St. Antoine, a third of a mile away—the man shrugged his shoulders, uttered a peevish exclamation, and muttered, next: "Snow! Snow! Snow! Always snow! Curse the snow!" Then he turned back into the room, letting the curtain fall behind him, and seated himself once more in a heavy fauteuil opposite the great fireplace, up the chimney of which the logs roared in a cheerful blaze.

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Produktbeschreibung
Lifting aside the heavy tapestry that hung down in front of the window of the tourelle which formed an angle of the room—a window from which the Bastille might be seen frowning over the Quartier St. Antoine, a third of a mile away—the man shrugged his shoulders, uttered a peevish exclamation, and muttered, next: "Snow! Snow! Snow! Always snow! Curse the snow!" Then he turned back into the room, letting the curtain fall behind him, and seated himself once more in a heavy fauteuil opposite the great fireplace, up the chimney of which the logs roared in a cheerful blaze.
Autorenporträt
John Bloundelle-Burton (1850-1917) was an English novelist and writer, known for his adventure and historical fiction, emphasizing themes of colonialism, bravery, and romance during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. His prolific work includes titles such as 'Servants of Sin,' where Burton delves into the complexities of moral dilemmas faced by characters caught in a web of temptation and societal expectations. His literary style often reflects the prevailing attitudes of his time, capturing the imperialistic ethos while exploring the human condition through rich narrative and intricate character development. Burton's narratives have been characterized by their engaging plots, vivid settings, and a keen sense of historical context, which not only entertained readers but also provided a commentary on the moral and social issues of his day. Although his popularity has waned since his death, his contribution to the adventure and historical fiction genres during the peak of the British Empire's influence remains part of the British literary legacy, with 'Servants of Sin' providing a glimpse into the diverse portfolio that defined Bloundelle-Burton's extensive writing career.