Edward Payson Roe

The Earth Trembled (eBook, ePUB)

A Tale of Loyalty and Duty in Civil War America

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Earth Trembled," Edward Payson Roe explores the profound disruptions and moral dilemmas that arise from natural disasters, most notably through the backdrop of a devastating earthquake. The narrative encapsulates the intricate interplay of human emotion and resilience, delivered in Roe's signature style that marries vivid descriptions with deep psychological insight. As it unfolds, the novel delves into themes of faith, redemption, and social responsibility, reflecting the late 19th-century American ethos and anxieties surrounding modernity and its discontents. Edward Payson Roe, a prominent figure in American literature during the post-Civil War era, was deeply influenced by the socio-political landscape of his time. His background as a Presbyterian minister imbued him with a keen sense of moral purpose, which often permeates his work. Roe's experiences as a soldier and his subsequent endeavors in writing were fueled by a desire to address contemporary issues such as societal uplift and personal transformation amidst adversity. Readers seeking a compelling mix of adventure and moral inquiry will find "The Earth Trembled" a remarkable exploration of humanity's fortitude in the face of nature's wrath. Roe's masterful storytelling not only captivates but prompts reflection on larger themes of faith and resilience, making it a must-read for those interested in American literature and the human condition.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 384
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066149956
• Artikelnr.: 58928072

Autorenporträt

Edward Payson Roe was an American novelist, Presbyterian clergyman, gardener, and historian. Edward Payson Roe was born in the settlement of Moodna, which is now part of New Windsor, New York. He attended Williams College and the Auburn Theological Seminary. In 1862, he was appointed chaplain of the Second New York Cavalry, United States Volunteers, and in 1864, chaplain of Hampton Hospital in Virginia. From 1866 to 1874, he was pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in Highland Falls, New York. In 1874, he moved to Cornwall-On-Hudson, where he focused on fiction writing and horticulture. During the American Civil War, he published weekly letters to the New York Evangelist and later lectured on the conflict and wrote for publications. He married Anna Paulina Sands in 1863 and had a number of children. Sarah married Olympic fencer Charles T. Tatham, while Pauline married landscape painter Henry Charles Lee. His writings were well-received in their day, particularly among middle-class readers in England and America, and were translated into other European languages. Their strong moral and theological aim helped to overcome America's Puritan prejudice toward works of fiction. One of his most common criticisms was that his writing resembled sermons.