Anthony Hope

The God in the Car (eBook, ePUB)

A Novel

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The God in the Car," Anthony Hope weaves an enthralling narrative that deftly combines the elements of mystery, adventure, and moral contemplation. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century England, the plot revolves around the character of Sir Hugh, whose life becomes increasingly intertwined with themes of fate, societal expectation, and personal desire. Hope's literary style is distinguished by his deft use of wit and irony, while also exploring the complexities of human nature within the rapidly changing social dynamics of his time. The book is a striking commentary on the intersection of technology and spirituality, encapsulated in the metaphorical representation of the automobile as a symbol of modernity and its implications on the human experience. Anthony Hope, best known for his classic "The Prisoner of Zenda," was a prominent figure in the late Victorian and Edwardian literary landscape. His background in law and his experiences in both theater and novel writing deeply informed his approach to character development and plot construction. "The God in the Car" reflects his fascination with adventure and moral dilemmas, echoing his interests in the implications of technological progress on individual lives. Readers seeking a thought-provoking critique, intertwined with a thrilling plot, will find "The God in the Car" an essential addition to their literary collection. Hope'Äôs sophisticated narrative and rich character portrayals will captivate anyone interested in the intricacies of human morality amidst the encroaching modern world.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 345
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066205003
• Artikelnr.: 58755124

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.