Anthony Hope

Sport Royal, and Other Stories

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Produktbeschreibung

Delight in the witty and charming world of Anthony Hope's "Sport Royal," a collection of short stories showcasing the author's signature blend of humor and satire. Set against the backdrop of England and its captivating royalty, these tales offer a glimpse into a bygone era with enduring appeal. Hope, a master of English literature, crafts narratives that are both entertaining and insightful. "Sport Royal and other stories" presents a selection of Hope's finest shorter fiction, perfect for readers who appreciate classic short stories. Rediscover the timeless humor and engaging storytelling that have made Anthony Hope a beloved figure in English literature. This meticulously prepared edition ensures the preservation of these literary gems for years to come. Explore the lighter side of life with these carefully curated stories, where wit and societal observations intertwine. 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
• Seitenzahl: 86
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 132g
• ISBN-13: 9781023175081
• ISBN-10: 1023175088
• Artikelnr.: 74112293

Autorenporträt

Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins, as Anthony Hope (9 February 1863 - 8 July 1933), was a British novelist and playwright. He was a prolific writer, particularly of adventure stories, yet he is best known for only two works: The Prisoner of Zenda (1894) and its sequel Rupert of Hentzau (1898). These writings, considered "minor classics" of English literature, are set in the contemporaneous fictional kingdom of Ruritania and gave rise to the Ruritanian romance genre, which includes books set in fictional European places comparable to the novels. Zenda has inspired numerous adaptations, most notably the 1937 Hollywood film of the same name and the 1952 remake. Hope attended St John's School, Leatherhead, Marlborough College, and Balliol College, Oxford. In an intellectually distinguished career at Oxford, he earned first-class honours in Classical Moderations (Literis Graecis et Latinis) in 1882 and Literae Humaniores ('Greats') in 1885. Hope studied law and became a barrister in 1887, when the Middle Temple called him to the Bar. He studied under the future Liberal Prime Minister H. H. Asquith, who saw him as a potential barrister but was disillusioned by his decision to pursue a career in writing.