Arthur Christopher Benson

At Large (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "At Large," the bachelor contemplates the complex relationship between solitude and social expectations. His rural life provides him with the freedom to pursue intellectual and artistic pursuits, allowing him to appreciate the simplicity and beauty of nature. The author contrasts the peace of the countryside with the hurried pace of urban existence, highlighting the internal conflict of longing for human connection while cherishing independence. As the protagonist reflects on his position in society, his struggle with loneliness and the desire for meaningful relationships becomes evident. The narrative delves into the tension between personal freedom and the societal pressures to conform, exploring the bachelor's journey toward understanding his place in the world. Ultimately, the story underscores the profound value of solitude and self-reliance, while also acknowledging the inevitable human yearning for companionship and a sense of belonging. The author's introspective exploration paints a vivid portrait of the emotional complexity of independence, illustrating the balancing act between personal fulfillment and the subtle pull of connection with others.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. Juli 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9789369075669
• Artikelnr.: 73554420

Autorenporträt

Arthur Christopher Benson, FRSL was an English essayist, poet, and professor who was born on April 24, 1862, and died on June 17, 1925. He was the 28th Master of Magdalene College, Cambridge. Among other things, he wrote the words to Edward Elgar's Coronation Ode and the words to the patriotic song "Land of Hope and Glory" (1902). People really liked his poems, articles, and reviews of other writers' work. He was also known for writing ghost stories. Bernard Benson was born on April 24, 1862, at Wellington College in Berkshire. He was the sixth child of Edward White Benson (1829-1896), who was the first teacher of the college and later became Archbishop of Canterbury from 1883 to 1896. His mother, Mary Sidgwick Benson, was related to the scientist Henry Sidgwick. Edward Frederic Benson, who is best known for his Mapp and Lucia books, and Robert Hugh Benson, who was a priest in the Church of England before becoming a Roman Catholic and wrote many famous books, were also brothers of Benson. Margaret Benson, their sister, was an artist, an author, and a self-taught Egyptologist.