Lucas Malet

The History of Sir Richard Calmady (eBook, ePUB)

An Intricate Tale of Duty, Identity, and Personal Agency

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'The History of Sir Richard Calmady' by Lucas Malet, the reader is immersed in a richly detailed narrative that explores the complexities of inheritance, disability, and the moral dilemmas faced by the protagonist. The book is written in a Victorian literary style, with vivid descriptions and a focus on the inner thoughts and emotions of the characters. The novel is situated within the literary context of the late 19th century, reflecting the societal norms and values of the time while also challenging them through its exploration of themes such as duty, identity, and personal agency. The intricate plot weaves together elements of romance, tragedy, and psychological introspection, creating a compelling story that keeps the reader engaged until the very end. Lucas Malet, the pseudonym of Mary St Leger Kingsley, drew on her own experiences and observations of the world around her to create this thought-provoking novel. Her keen insight into human nature and social dynamics shines through in the nuanced characters and intricate relationships portrayed in the book. 'The History of Sir Richard Calmady' comes highly recommended to readers who enjoy Victorian literature, psychological depth, and moral complexity in their reading material.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 653
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664598264
• Artikelnr.: 58596410

Autorenporträt

Lucas Malet (1852-1931) was the pseudonym of Mary St Leger Kingsley, a Victorian novelist. Of her novels, The Wages of Sin and The History of Sir Richard Calmady were especially popular. Malet's fin de siecle novels offer "detailed, sensitive investigations of the psychology of masochism, perverse desires, unconventional gender roles, and the body." Malet lived for most of her life on the Continent with the singer Gabrielle Vallings. Vallings, much younger than Malet, was the author's cousin, romantic companion and adopted daughter. The two traveled abroad frequently together, including spending significant time in France. Malet spent much of the end of her life in France where she was a part of "high literary circles." She wrote frequently during this time, often out of economic necessity. Despite her tremendous critical and economic success during the height of her career, Malet died in penury