The Torch And Other Tales - Phillpotts, Eden
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The torch and other tales presents a layered exploration of morality, perception, and community judgment through a series of character-driven narratives. It focuses on the subtle fractures that appear when personal loyalty is tested by collective suspicion. The collection highlights how generosity and charm can mask deeper uncertainties, prompting reflection on whether appearances should outweigh truth. Set in a rural environment where everyone's story is intertwined, the tales uncover the tension between individual affection and social expectation. Central to these stories is the idea that…mehr

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The torch and other tales presents a layered exploration of morality, perception, and community judgment through a series of character-driven narratives. It focuses on the subtle fractures that appear when personal loyalty is tested by collective suspicion. The collection highlights how generosity and charm can mask deeper uncertainties, prompting reflection on whether appearances should outweigh truth. Set in a rural environment where everyone's story is intertwined, the tales uncover the tension between individual affection and social expectation. Central to these stories is the idea that even the kindest gestures can carry hidden motives, and that admiration, especially through the eyes of youth, is vulnerable to disillusionment. As rumors circulate and trust erodes, the stories reveal how tightly communities hold onto their judgments, and how difficult redemption becomes once doubt has taken root. The narratives combine warmth with unease, allowing moments of joy and connection to coexist with uncertainty and moral reckoning, crafting a portrait of human relationships both fragile and resilient.
Autorenporträt
Eden Phillpotts (1862-1960) was an English author, playwright, and poet. He was born in Mount Abu, India, but spent most of his childhood in Devon, England. Phillpotts was a prolific writer, publishing more than 250 works of fiction, drama, and poetry during his long career. Phillpotts began his writing career as a journalist but soon turned to fiction, publishing his first novel, "Lying Prophets," in 1897. In addition to his novels, Phillpotts was also a successful playwright, writing more than 30 plays for the stage. His plays often dealt with social issues and were popular with audiences in both England and the United States. During his career, Phillpotts received numerous literary awards and honors, including the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry in 1937. He was also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and a member of the Royal Society of Arts. Phillpotts continued to write well into his nineties, and his last novel, "The Virgin in the Ice," was published in 1959. Today, Phillpotts is remembered as one of England's most prolific and versatile authors of the early 20th century. His works continue to be read and enjoyed by readers around the world.