Arthur Mervyn

EAN : 9791041989522

BROWN C B.

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EAN : 9791041989522

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041989522
Réf. fournisseur : 340331
Date Parution : 26 mars 2024
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 310
Format : H:220 mm L:170 mm E:17 mm
Poids : 485gr

Résumé

Résumé : "Arthur Mervyn; Or, Memoirs of the Year 1793" by Charles Brockden Brown is a narrative set against the backdrop of a yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia. The story follows Arthur Mervyn, a young man from Chester County, who finds himself in the city amidst the chaos of the epidemic. Mervyn's journey begins with a series of personal misfortunes, including the death of his mother and the remarriage of his father to a woman he cannot respect. Feeling alienated and without prospects, Mervyn decides to leave his rural home and seek his fortune in the city. Upon his arrival, Mervyn is confronted with the harsh realities of urban life, including the loss of his belongings and the challenge of finding sustenance without money. Despite these setbacks, he remains determined to carve out a new life for himself. His path crosses with that of a benevolent doctor and his wife, who take him in and care for him when he falls ill. As Mervyn recovers, he becomes embroiled in the mysterious affairs of Thomas Welbeck, a man with whom he shares a complicated past. The narrative explores themes of integrity, resilience, and the pursuit of personal redemption. Mervyn's character is tested as he navigates the moral complexities of his situation, ultimately striving to maintain his principles in a world rife with corruption and deceit. Brown's novel is a reflection on the human condition, highlighting the capacity for growth and change even in the face of adversity.
Biographie : Charles Brockden Brown, est un romancier, journaliste, historien et éditeur américain. Il est considéré comme le premier romancier professionnel des États-Unis, et comme le premier auteur gothique américain.

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