Celt and Saxon

EAN : 9791041816873

MEREDITH GEORGE

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EAN : 9791041816873

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041816873
Réf. éditeur : 287922
Date Parution : 18 juin 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 132
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:8 mm
Poids : 182gr

Résumé

Résumé : "Celt and Saxon" by George Meredith explores the intricate dynamics of love, duty, and cultural identity through the lens of the O'Donnell family, particularly focusing on the young Irishman, Patrick O'Donnell. Patrick visits the Adister family in England, driven by a mission to obtain the address of Miss Adister, Adiante, who was once deeply in love with his brother Philip. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of Patrick's internal conflict and his perceptions of Adiante, who has married a foreign prince and changed her religion, a decision that has caused a rift with her father, Mr. Adister. The story delves into Patrick's reflections on loyalty, the weight of family expectations, and the cultural tensions between the Irish and the English. As Patrick navigates the complexities of his mission, he encounters Caroline Adister, who becomes a confidante and a source of insight into the family's affairs. The novel intricately weaves themes of national identity, personal sacrifice, and the enduring impact of past decisions on present relationships. Meredith's narrative style, rich in metaphor and introspection, invites readers to ponder the intersections of personal and cultural histories, as well as the enduring quest for belonging and understanding in a world marked by division and change.
Biographie : George Meredith OM (12 February 1828 - 18 May 1909) was an English novelist and poet of the Victorian era. At first his focus was poetry, influenced by John Keats among others, but he gradually established a reputation as a novelist. The Ordeal of Richard Feverel (1859) briefly scandalised Victorian literary circles. Of his later novels, the most enduring is The Egoist (1879), though in his lifetime his greatest success was Diana of the Crossways (1885). His novels were innovative in their attention to characters' psychology, and also took a close interest in social change. His style, in both poetry and prose, was noted for its syntactic complexity; Oscar Wilde likened it to chaos illumined by brilliant flashes of lightning. He was an encourager of other novelists, as well as an influence on them; among those to benefit were Rrt Louis Stevenson and George Gissing. He was nominated for the Nl Prize in Literature seven times.