Hamlin Garland

The Shadow World (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Human Struggle in America's Heartland

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Shadow World," Hamlin Garland employs a poignant realism that reveals the intricate tapestry of human emotions and relationships. Set against the backdrop of the American Midwest, this novel explores the internal struggles and societal pressures faced by its characters, delving into themes of isolation and the pursuit of authenticity. Garland's literary style is characterized by rich, vivid descriptions and a deep psychological insight that evoke a sense of both longing and despair, reflective of the broader literary movement of the late 19th century where naturalism flourished as writers sought to depict the complexities of everyday life with stark honesty. Hamlin Garland, a prominent figure in the turn-of-the-century literary scene, garnered inspiration from his own experiences growing up on a farm in Wisconsin and from witnessing the harsh realities of rural life. His commitment to portraying the struggles of the American farmer and the discrepancies between idealism and reality deeply influence this narrative, positioning Garland as a voice of empathy and social commentary. His own battles with identity and societal expectation inform the emotional depth of the characters, as they navigate their shadowy existences. For readers seeking a profound exploration of the human condition, "The Shadow World" serves as an essential reflection on the intersection of personal turmoil and societal constraints. Garland'Äôs evocative prose invites contemplation and empathy, making it a compelling choice for anyone interested in the intricacies of life during a transformative era in American literature.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 242
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664612809
• Artikelnr.: 58499804

Autorenporträt

Hannibal Hamlin Garland was an American novelist, poet, essayist, short story author, Georgist, and psychical researcher. He is best known for his fiction about hardworking Midwestern farmers. Hannibal Hamlin Garland was born on a farm near West Salem, Wisconsin, on September 14, 1860, as the second of four children of Richard Garland of Maine and Charlotte Isabelle McClintock. The boy was named after Abraham Lincoln's vice president, Hannibal Hamlin. He grew up on numerous Midwestern farms before relocating to Boston, Massachusetts, in 1884 to pursue a writing career. He read diligently at the Boston Public Library. There he grew infatuated with Henry George's views and the Single Tax Movement. George's beliefs influenced several of his writings, including Main-Travelled Roads (1891), Prairie Folks (1892), and his novel Jason Edwards (1892). Main-Travelled Roads was his first big hit. It was a compilation of short stories inspired by his time on the farm. He serialized a biography of Ulysses S. Grant in McClure's Magazine before turning it into a book in 1898. The same year, Garland visited the Yukon to observe the Klondike Gold Rush, which inspired The Trail of the Gold Seekers (1899).