Andrew Lang

The Mark of Cain (eBook, ePUB)

A Tale of Morality, Guilt, and Redemption

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Andrew Lang's 'The Mark of Cain' delves into the complex themes of morality, guilt, and redemption in a gripping narrative. Written in Lang's characteristic eloquent and evocative prose, the book explores the consequences of a single fateful act and its ripple effects on the lives of the characters. Set against a backdrop of societal expectations and personal struggles, the novel challenges readers to question their own moral compass and beliefs. Lang expertly weaves together rich descriptions and thought-provoking dialogues to create a compelling story that stays with the reader long after the final page. The literary context of 'The Mark of Cain' showcases Lang's deep understanding of human nature and his ability to craft narratives that resonate with universal truths. Andrew Lang, known for his diverse body of work encompassing folklore, criticism, and poetry, brings his unique perspective to this poignant exploration of human frailty and resilience. Readers interested in introspective and morally complex narratives will find 'The Mark of Cain' a thought-provoking and compelling read that offers a nuanced examination of the complexities of human nature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 222
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664584038
• Artikelnr.: 58561795

Autorenporträt

Andrew Lang (1844 - 1912) was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the University of St Andrews are named after him. Lang is now chiefly known for his publications on folklore, mythology and religion. The interest in folklore was from early life; he read John Ferguson McLennan before coming to Oxford, and then was influenced by E. B. Tylor. The earliest of his publications is Custom and Myth (1884). In Myth, Ritual and Religion (1887) he explained the "irrational" elements of mythology as survivals from more primitive forms. Lang's Making of Religion was heavily influenced by the 18th century idea of the "noble savage": in it, he maintained the existence of high spiritual ideas among so-called "savage" races, drawing parallels with the contemporary interest in occult phenomena in England. His Blue Fairy Book (1889) was a beautifully produced and illustrated edition of fairy tales that has become a classic. This was followed by many other collections of fairy tales, collectively known as Andrew Lang's Fairy Books. In the preface of the Lilac Fairy Book he credits his wife with translating and transcribing most of the stories in the collections. Lang examined the origins of totemism in Social Origins (1903).