Grant Allen

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

Captivating Tales of Victorian Society and Satirical Humor

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Grant Allen's collection of short stories, 'The Beckoning Hand, and Other Stories,' showcases his keen observational skills and satirical wit. Set in the late 19th century, these stories explore themes of Victorian society, relationships, and spirituality. Allen's writing style is marked by his attention to detail and clever commentary on societal norms. The collection is a delightful mix of mystery, humor, and social commentary, making it a captivating read for those interested in Victorian literature. Grant Allen, a prominent Canadian-English writer, was known for his diverse literary output and progressive views. His background in science and anthropology influenced his writing, adding depth and complexity to his works. 'The Beckoning Hand, and Other Stories' is a testament to Allen's storytelling abilities and his unique perspective on the world around him. I highly recommend this collection to readers who enjoy thought-provoking fiction and a glimpse into the Victorian era through the eyes of a talented writer.

---

Dieser Download kann aus rechtlichen Gründen nur mit Rechnungsadresse in A, B, BG, CY, CZ, D, DK, EW, E, FIN, F, GR, H, IRL, I, LT, L, LR, M, NL, PL, P, R, S, SLO, SK ausgeliefert werden.

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.