William Harrison Ainsworth

The Leaguer of Lathom (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

This book is about the civil war in Lancashire. Like any war, this story cannot but leave impressions after itself. You will be immersed in history and characters.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Ktoczyta.pl
• Seitenzahl: 367
• Altersempfehlung: ab 6 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. März 2022
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788382927245
• Artikelnr.: 64715112

Autorenporträt

William Harrison Ainsworth (1805-1882) was an English historical novelist born in Manchester. During the early 19th century, he emerged as a prominent literary figure, known for his engaging, fast-paced historical narratives. His flair for melding accurate historical details with sensational and romantic elements captivated Victorian readers, earning him significant fame during his lifetime. Ainsworth's prolific career produced a rich catalog of works, many of which centered on roguish heroes and dramatic episodes from Britain's past. 'The Leaguer Of Lathom' is a prime example of his literary style, transporting readers to the English Civil War and honoring the exploits and resistance of the Royalists at Lathom House. Ainsworth's work is representative of the era's Gothic revival and the burgeoning appetite for historical fiction, bridging the gap between the romanticized visions of Sir Walter Scott and the burgeoning realism that would mark later Victorian literature. Although his popularity waned after his death, Ainsworth's contribution to the historical novel genre is undeniable, and his vivid storytelling continues to be of interest to historians and literary scholars alike.