Grant Allen

The Beckoning Hand, and Other Stories (eBook, ePUB)

Captivating Tales of Victorian Society and Satirical Humor

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Beckoning Hand, and Other Stories," Grant Allen captivates readers with a collection of compelling narratives that explore the themes of human emotion, moral ambiguity, and the intertwining of the supernatural with the mundane. Allen's literary style is marked by rich descriptive detail and a psychological depth that draws readers into the intimate lives of his characters. Set in the transitional period of the late 19th century, these stories reflect the evolving sensibilities of a society grappling with industrialization and scientific advancement, while also delving into the darker, mysterious aspects of existence that provoke introspection. Grant Allen, a pioneering figure in both scientific writing and fiction, was deeply influenced by the intellectual currents of his time, including Darwinism and the rise of sociology. His background in natural history and his career as a writer for various scientific publications infused his fiction with a unique blend of empirical observation and imaginative storytelling. Allen's experiences in traversing between the realms of science and literature provided him with a distinctive perspective that is palpable in this collection, as he seeks to illuminate the complexities of human nature. Readers seeking a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition will find "The Beckoning Hand, and Other Stories" to be an essential addition to their literary repertoire. Allen's ability to weave tension with philosophical inquiry makes each tale resonate with profound relevance, inviting readers into a world where every story is both an escape and an invitation to reflect on their own beliefs and choices.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 320
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664608840
• Artikelnr.: 58500914

Autorenporträt

Canadian scientific author and novelist Charles Grant Blairfindie Allen (February 24, 1848 - October 25, 1899) received his education in England. In the latter part of the nineteenth century, he actively promoted evolution in public. Allen was born in Kingston, Canada West, close to Wolfe Island (known as Ontario after Confederation). Joseph Antisell Allen, a Protestant pastor from Dublin, Ireland, was his father. Allen attended Merton College in Oxford and King Edward's School in Birmingham for his education. He joined Queen's Institution, a Jamaican black college, as a professor in his mid-20s. He was influenced by the associationist psychology of Herbert Spencer and Alexander Bain. He produced 30 books between 1884 and 1899, including the controversial The Woman Who Did. The Type-writer Girl and Olive Pratt Rayner were pen names used by English novelist Grant Allen. With the publication of The British Barbarians, he made history in the field of science fiction (1895). On October 25, 1899, Grant Allen passed away from liver cancer at his house in Haslemere, Surrey, England. Before finishing Hilda Wade, he passed away.