The Chronicles of Count Antonio (eBook, ePUB) - Hope, Anthony
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Anthony Hope's 'The Chronicles of Count Antonio' is a captivating novel that combines elements of adventure, romance, and political intrigue. The narrative follows the mysterious Count Antonio as he navigates through a tumultuous period in the fictional country of Ruritania, where he becomes embroiled in a series of perilous events that test his wit and courage. Hope's writing style is characterized by its rich prose and intricate plot twists, which keeps readers engaged from beginning to end. The novel is a prime example of late 19th-century literature, showcasing the era's fascination with…mehr

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Anthony Hope's 'The Chronicles of Count Antonio' is a captivating novel that combines elements of adventure, romance, and political intrigue. The narrative follows the mysterious Count Antonio as he navigates through a tumultuous period in the fictional country of Ruritania, where he becomes embroiled in a series of perilous events that test his wit and courage. Hope's writing style is characterized by its rich prose and intricate plot twists, which keeps readers engaged from beginning to end. The novel is a prime example of late 19th-century literature, showcasing the era's fascination with themes of honor, deception, and loyalty. Anthony Hope, a prolific English author, drew inspiration for 'The Chronicles of Count Antonio' from his own travels and observations of European society. His background in law and experience as a journalist likely influenced the novel's attention to detail and complex character interactions. Hope's skillful storytelling and ability to create memorable characters have solidified his reputation as a master of adventure fiction. I highly recommend 'The Chronicles of Count Antonio' to readers who enjoy historical fiction with a thrilling twist. Anthony Hope's masterful storytelling and vivid portrayal of Ruritania make this novel a timeless classic worth exploring.
Autorenporträt
Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins, as Anthony Hope (9 February 1863 - 8 July 1933), was a British novelist and playwright. He was a prolific writer, particularly of adventure stories, yet he is best known for only two works: The Prisoner of Zenda (1894) and its sequel Rupert of Hentzau (1898). These writings, considered "minor classics" of English literature, are set in the contemporaneous fictional kingdom of Ruritania and gave rise to the Ruritanian romance genre, which includes books set in fictional European places comparable to the novels. Zenda has inspired numerous adaptations, most notably the 1937 Hollywood film of the same name and the 1952 remake. Hope attended St John's School, Leatherhead, Marlborough College, and Balliol College, Oxford. In an intellectually distinguished career at Oxford, he earned first-class honours in Classical Moderations (Literis Graecis et Latinis) in 1882 and Literae Humaniores ('Greats') in 1885. Hope studied law and became a barrister in 1887, when the Middle Temple called him to the Bar. He studied under the future Liberal Prime Minister H. H. Asquith, who saw him as a potential barrister but was disillusioned by his decision to pursue a career in writing.