The Majors And Their Marriages (1915) - Cabell, James Branch
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The Majors And Their Marriages is a novel by James Branch Cabell, first published in 1915. Set in the fictional Virginia town of Lichfield, the book explores the lives and marriages of several wealthy families, including the Majors, the Pendletons, and the Ashburnhams. The story begins with the marriage of John and Anne Ashburnham, which sets off a chain of events that affects the lives of everyone in Lichfield. As the novel progresses, the reader is introduced to a cast of characters, each with their own secrets, desires, and ambitions. The novel is divided into three parts, each focusing on…mehr

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The Majors And Their Marriages is a novel by James Branch Cabell, first published in 1915. Set in the fictional Virginia town of Lichfield, the book explores the lives and marriages of several wealthy families, including the Majors, the Pendletons, and the Ashburnhams. The story begins with the marriage of John and Anne Ashburnham, which sets off a chain of events that affects the lives of everyone in Lichfield. As the novel progresses, the reader is introduced to a cast of characters, each with their own secrets, desires, and ambitions. The novel is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different set of characters. Part one centers on the Majors, a family of wealthy landowners who are struggling to maintain their social status. Part two follows the Pendletons, a family of intellectuals who are more concerned with art and literature than with money and power. Part three brings all the characters together in a dramatic conclusion that reveals the true nature of their relationships and desires. Throughout the novel, Cabell explores themes of love, marriage, social status, and the search for meaning in life. His writing is characterized by its wit, irony, and satirical tone, as well as its detailed descriptions of the characters and their surroundings. Overall, The Majors And Their Marriages is a complex and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the wealthy elite in early 20th century America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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American writer James Branch Cabell (1879-1958) is renowned for his works of social criticism, satire, and fantasy. Born in Richmond, Virginia, Cabell honed a distinctive literary style that combined humor, sarcasm, and romance. Early in the 20th century, Cabell started his writing career and became well-known for his ambitious work, the "Biography of the Life of Manuel." The connected books in this series, include "Jurgen," "Figures of Earth," and "The Silver Stallion," demonstrated Cabell's talent for weaving complex stories and his examination of subjects like love, desire, and the definition of heroism. In Cabell's writings, fantasy and social critique are often combined in fanciful worlds and locations. Extensive language, sophisticated wordplay, and a self-awareness that questioned accepted literary standards were characteristics of his writing style. Despite Cabell's decreasing popularity in the middle of the 20th century, his writings are still valued for the literary skill with which they probe human nature and society structures. James Branch Cabell is now regarded as a significant contributor to American literature, especially in the fields of satire, fantasy, and speculative fiction.