Walter Lionel George

Anatole France

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Produktbeschreibung

Explore the life and works of one of France's most celebrated authors in Walter Lionel George's "Anatole France." This biography delves into the intellectual and personal journey of Anatole France, the acclaimed French author and literary figure. Through insightful analysis and biographical detail, George offers a comprehensive portrait of France, examining his contributions to French literature and his impact on literary criticism. This volume provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of a prominent literary voice, exploring the essays and perspectives that shaped his enduring legacy. Readers interested in French literature and the life of Anatole France will find this a valuable resource. This carefully prepared print edition ensures the accessibility of this important biographical and critical work. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 91g
• ISBN-13: 9781023582162
• ISBN-10: 1023582163
• Artikelnr.: 74008417

Autorenporträt

Walter Lionel George (1882-1926) was an English writer and intellectual, best known for his contributions to early 20th-century feminist literature and his social commentaries. Born in Paris to a British mother and French father, George's multinational background influenced his literary perspective, enabling him to blend different cultural insights into his work. He penned the book 'Anatole France' as part of his significant oeuvre, which studied the life and literary contributions of the eponymous French poet, journalist, and novelist. In 'Anatole France', George not only provided a critique but also offered admirers of France's work an in-depth examination of the writer's stylistic nuances and thematic preoccupations. George's literary style often combined a sharp wit with incisive social critique, a characteristic that won him a place amongst the noteworthy intellectuals of his time. George's feminist novel 'A Bed of Roses' (1911) is one of his most acclaimed works, wherein he tackled the complexities and challenges faced by women in pursuit of independence and fulfillment in a patriarchal society. His other books like 'The City of Light' (1926) address the cultural and social dynamics of contemporary urban life. Despite his relatively short life, George's broad literary repertoire had a lasting impact on the social and literary landscape of the early 20th century, reflecting issues of sexuality, gender equality, and social reform that were ahead of his time (Stringer & Sutherland, 1996).