Wieland Or The Transformation An American Tale - Brown, Charles Brockden
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""Wieland"" is a gripping and thought-provoking novel written by Charles Brockden Brown. Set in the late 18th century, this literary work explores themes of madness, fanaticism, and the limits of reason. The story revolves around the Wieland family, whose lives are turned upside down by a series of tragic events. The protagonist, Theodore Wieland, finds himself caught in a web of deceit, supernatural occurrences, and psychological turmoil. As the line between reality and delusion blurs, Theodore grapples with his own sanity and the dark forces that seem to manipulate his life. Charles Brockden…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
""Wieland"" is a gripping and thought-provoking novel written by Charles Brockden Brown. Set in the late 18th century, this literary work explores themes of madness, fanaticism, and the limits of reason. The story revolves around the Wieland family, whose lives are turned upside down by a series of tragic events. The protagonist, Theodore Wieland, finds himself caught in a web of deceit, supernatural occurrences, and psychological turmoil. As the line between reality and delusion blurs, Theodore grapples with his own sanity and the dark forces that seem to manipulate his life. Charles Brockden Brown's ""Wieland"" is a captivating blend of Gothic fiction and psychological suspense. It delves into the complexities of human nature and the fragility of the human mind, leaving readers pondering the boundaries of rationality and the power of the unknown.
Autorenporträt
Charles Brockden Brown was an American novelist, historian, and editor during the early national period. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Elijah Brown, he became a pivotal figure in early American literature and is often regarded as the most important American novelist before James Fenimore Cooper. Brown's work pioneered gothic fiction in America and delved into complex psychological and moral issues. Over his career, he produced notable works including Wieland, Edgar Huntly, and Arthur Mervyn, which reflect the uncertainties and challenges of his era. His writing skillfully combined elements of suspense, mystery, and moral inquiry, influencing the development of American literary tradition. Though he died young at age 39 in Philadelphia, his contributions left a lasting legacy on American fiction and gothic literature. Brown's exploration of human nature and societal fears helped establish themes that would resonate throughout American letters, making him a foundational figure in shaping early American narrative forms and the gothic genre.