Kipps

EAN : 9791041802159

WELLS H. G.

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EAN : 9791041802159

Paru le : 10 juil. 2023

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041802159
Réf. éditeur : 300038
Date Parution : 10 juil. 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 408
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:22 mm
Poids : 526gr

Résumé

Résumé : "Kipps: The Story of a Simple Soul" by H. G. Wells follows the life of Arthur Kipps, a young boy raised by his aunt and uncle in the small town of New Romney. Kipps' early life is marked by a lack of parental presence and a modest upbringing, which shapes his character and future. His education at a middle-class academy in Hastings is uninspiring, filled with rote learning and a lack of genuine intellectual stimulation. Despite this, Kipps finds joy in his holidays, particularly in the company of Sid Pornick, the son of a neighboring haberdasher. Their adventures and budding friendship provide Kipps with a sense of freedom and happiness. As Kipps moves into adolescence, he experiences his first romantic feelings for Ann Pornick, Sid's sister. This innocent affection is complicated by the social barriers and expectations of the time. Kipps' life takes a significant turn when he is apprenticed to Mr. Shalford, a draper in Folkestone. This marks the beginning of his journey into the world of commerce, where he is introduced to the rigid systems and expectations of the retail trade. Under the stern guidance of Mr. Shalford, Kipps learns the ropes of the business, though he struggles with the demands and complexities of his new environment. Throughout the narrative, Wells explores themes of social class, education, and personal growth. Kipps' story is one of self-discovery and adaptation, as he navigates the challenges of his new life while holding onto the simplicity and sincerity of his character. The novel paints a vivid picture of the societal structures of the time and the influence they have on an individual's aspirations and identity.
Biographie : Herbert George Wells (21 September 1866 - 13 August 1946) was an English writer. Prolific in many genres, he wrote dozens of novels, short stories, and works of social commentary, history, satire, biography and autobiography. His work also included two books on recreational war games.