Richard Harding Davis

The Spy (eBook, ePUB)

'The Spy': A Riveting Tale of Espionage and Intrigue in the Midst of World War I

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In Richard Harding Davis's gripping novel, "The Spy," readers are drawn into the turbulence of espionage during the backdrop of the Spanish-American War. The narrative expertly weaves together elements of romance, adventure, and ethical dilemma, showcasing Davis's keen ability to create vivid characters caught in intricate plots. His style blends realistic dialogue with rich description, immersing the reader in the fervor and complexities of war. As both a journalist and author, Davis'Äôs literary context reflects the burgeoning modernism of the late 19th century while also revealing the sensationalism of war narratives popular at the time. Richard Harding Davis was not only a novelist but also a pioneering war correspondent whose firsthand experiences in conflict zones informed his storytelling. His journalism work across various battlegrounds laid the foundation for his understanding of heroism and loyalty, deeply influencing the themes explored in "The Spy." Davis's connections with military figures and his own adventures imbue the novel with authentic detail, as he captures the conflicted nature of allegiance in times of war. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricacies of loyalty, betrayal, and the moral quandaries faced by individuals in wartime. "The Spy" transcends its historical setting, offering timeless insights into human character that resonate even today. Davis's masterful storytelling is bound to captivate readers who appreciate dynamic characters and richly woven plots.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 113
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. März 2020
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066107147
• Artikelnr.: 59303571

Autorenporträt

Richard Harding Davis was an American journalist, fiction and drama writer who is best remembered for becoming the first American war correspondent to cover the Spanish-American War, the Second Boer War, and WWI. His writing considerably helped Theodore Roosevelt's political career. He also played a significant effect in the evolution of American magazines. His impact extended to the world of fashion, and he is credited with popularizing the clean-shaven style among males at the start of the twentieth century. Davis was born April 18, 1864, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His mother, Rebecca Harding Davis, was a well-known writer in her day. His father, Lemuel Clarke Davis, was a journalist who edited the Philadelphia Public Ledger. Davis attended Episcopal Academy when he was a young man. After an unsatisfactory year at Swarthmore College, Davis relocated to Lehigh University, where his uncle, H. Wilson Harding, was a professor. Davis' first book, a collection of short stories titled The Adventures of My Freshman (1884), was published while he was at Lehigh. Many of the tales had previously appeared in the student magazine, the Lehigh Burr. Davis attended Johns Hopkins University after transferring in 1885.