Arthur Quiller-Couch

News from the Duchy (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"News from the Duchy" by Arthur Quiller-Couch is a captivating novel that immerses readers in the rich tapestry of British literature, specifically set in the picturesque landscapes of Cornwall. As a work of historical fiction, Quiller-Couch weaves a compelling narrative that explores the intricacies of life within the Duchy, delving into themes of drama, romance, and social class. At its core, "News from the Duchy" unfolds as a family saga, offering readers a glimpse into the lives of characters entangled in a web of intrigue and rural life. Against the backdrop of Cornwall's stunning vistas, Quiller-Couch skillfully develops characters, allowing readers to witness their growth and evolution throughout the narrative. With its blend of romance, drama, and social commentary, "News from the Duchy" transports readers to a bygone era, where social class divisions and familial bonds shape the destinies of its characters. Through Quiller-Couch's masterful storytelling, readers are drawn into a world of passion, conflict, and character development, making "News from the Duchy" a captivating addition to the realm of British literature.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 158
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Mai 2024
• ISBN-13: 9789363056619
• Artikelnr.: 72477138

Autorenporträt

Arthur Quiller-Couch was born in the town of Bodmin, Cornwall. He was the son of Dr. Thomas Quiller Couch, a renowned physician, folklorist, and historian who married Mary Ford and resided at 63 Fore Street, Bodmin, until his death in 1884. Thomas was the offspring of two historic local families, the Quiller and Couch dynasties. Arthur was the third generation of academics from the Couch family. His grandfather, Jonathan Couch, was a naturalist, physician, historian, classicist, pharmacist, and illustrator (especially of fish). His younger sisters, Florence Mabel and Lilian M., were both writers and folklorists. Quiller-Couch attended Newton Abbot Proprietary College between the late 1870s and the early 1880s. He later attended Clifton College and Trinity College, Oxford, where he earned a First in Classical Moderations (1884) and a Second in Greats (1886). Quiller-Couch briefly taught Classics at Trinity beginning in 1886. After gaining some journalistic experience in London, primarily as a writer to The Speaker (periodical), he settled in Fowey, Cornwall, in 1891.