The Hispaniola Plate (1683-1893) - Bloundelle-Burton, John
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The Hispaniola plate (1683 1893) explores the weight of inheritance and the allure of discovery through the lens of maritime history and personal reckoning. It investigates how the pursuit of treasure becomes a metaphor for identity, as characters confront the legacies left behind by ambitious ancestors. The narrative blends historical record with speculative intrigue, portraying how myths endure within family memory and how the past can influence future purpose. Rather than glorifying conquest or riches, it reflects on the costs of ambition and the uncertainty that surrounds tales passed down…mehr

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The Hispaniola plate (1683 1893) explores the weight of inheritance and the allure of discovery through the lens of maritime history and personal reckoning. It investigates how the pursuit of treasure becomes a metaphor for identity, as characters confront the legacies left behind by ambitious ancestors. The narrative blends historical record with speculative intrigue, portraying how myths endure within family memory and how the past can influence future purpose. Rather than glorifying conquest or riches, it reflects on the costs of ambition and the uncertainty that surrounds tales passed down through generations. The journey into hidden histories becomes a quest not only for gold but for understanding, as documents and rumors challenge belief and reshape relationships. Tensions between duty, curiosity, and material desire sharpen the emotional stakes. The sea is cast as both mystery and obstacle, where truth is submerged beneath layers of time and ambition. Through these contrasts, the novel reflects on how meaning can be recovered or lost depending on what one seeks.
Autorenporträt
John Edward Bloundelle-Burton was an English novelist born around 1850 and passed away on December 11, 1917. He began his career as a journalist, working for The London Standard, before transitioning to writing novels in 1885. Over the course of his career, he published a total of 60 works, which include a variety of historical novels and tales of adventure. His works often explored themes of moral conflict, personal identity, and historical events. Some of his notable books include The Silent Shore (1886), Desert Ship (1890), Denounced (1896), and A Bitter Heritage (1899). His novels were well-received during his time, but today he is often regarded as a somewhat forgotten author of late Victorian and Edwardian literature. Despite this, his contributions to historical fiction, particularly his vivid storytelling and engagement with past events, remain part of his literary legacy. Bloundelle-Burton's writings provided readers with a mix of adventure, drama, and moral dilemmas, showcasing his skills in crafting engaging narratives. His influence can be traced in the works of later authors within the genre of historical fiction. He was the son of Edward Bloundelle and Burton.