Francis Hodgson Burnett

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The Lost Prince (eBook, ePUB)

A Tale of Rediscovery and Resilience

Beschreibung

In "The Lost Prince," Frances Hodgson Burnett weaves a richly imagined narrative that combines elements of adventure and fantasy with poignant explorations of identity and belonging. Set against the backdrop of the fictional European kingdom of Samandra, the story follows young Marco, who embarks on a quest to protect the rightful heir to the throne, intertwining themes of loyalty and courage. Burnett'Äôs stylistic prose is imbued with vivid descriptions, allowing readers to immerse themselves in this fantastical world that mirrors the political tumult of her time, as she cleverly critiques societal norms and the concept of nobility. Frances Hodgson Burnett, an accomplished author known for her works such as "The Secret Garden" and "A Little Princess," drew upon her experiences as an immigrant and her keen observations of Victorian society while penning this tale. Her personal background'Äîexperiencing both the challenges of poverty and the uplifting power of imagination'Äîshapes her narratives, imbuing them with a sense of hope and resilience. "The Lost Prince" reflects her belief in the transformative power of bravery and friendship. I wholeheartedly recommend "The Lost Prince" to readers seeking a blend of fantasy and profound moral lessons. Burnett's timeless storytelling and heartfelt characters continue to resonate with audiences, making this book a cherished addition to any literary collection.

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Frances Eliza Hodgson Burnett (1849 - 1924) was a British-American novelist and playwright. She is best known for the three children's novels Little Lord Fauntleroy (published in 1885-1886), A Little Princess (1905) and The Secret Garden (1911). She was born in Cheetham, Manchester, England. After her father died in 1852, the family fell on straitened circumstances and in 1865 emigrated to the United States, settling in Jefferson City, Tennessee. There Frances began writing to help earn money for the family, publishing stories in magazines from the age of 19. In 1870, her mother died and in 1872 Frances married Swan Burnett, who became a medical doctor. The Burnetts lived for two years in Paris, where their two sons were born, before returning to the United States to live in Washington, D.C. Burnett then began to write novels, the first of which (That Lass o' Lowrie's), was published to good reviews. Little Lord Fauntleroy was published in 1886 and made her a popular writer of children's fiction, although her romantic adult novels written in the 1890s were also popular. She wrote and helped to produce stage versions of Little Lord Fauntleroy and A Little Princess. Burnett enjoyed socializing and lived a lavish lifestyle. Beginning in the 1880s, she began to travel to England frequently and in the 1890s bought a home there, where she wrote The Secret Garden. Her oldest son, Lionel, died of tuberculosis in 1890, which caused a relapse of the depression she had struggled with for much of her life.[1] She divorced Swan Burnett in 1898, married Stephen Townsend in 1900, and divorced him in 1902. A few years later she settled in Nassau County, Long Island, where she died in 1924 and is buried in Roslyn Cemetery. In 1936 a memorial sculpture by Bessie Potter Vonnoh was erected in her honour in Central Park's Conservatory Garden. The statue depicts her two famous Secret Garden characters, Mary and Dickon.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 243
• Altersempfehlung: ab 4 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547814696
• Artikelnr.: 69561385