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The Shaving of Shagpat
EAN : 9791041806553
Édition papier
EAN : 9791041806553
Paru le : 11 avr. 2023
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- EAN13 : 9791041806553
- Réf. fournisseur : 291943
- Date Parution : 11 avr. 2023
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 322
- Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:18 mm
- Poids : 418gr
- Résumé : "The Shaving of Shagpat" by George Meredith is a fantastical tale set in a mythical Arabian landscape, exploring themes of destiny, change, and the pursuit of greatness. The story follows Shibli Bagarag, a barber from Shiraz, who is prophesied to achieve great things. His journey begins with a series of misadventures, including a humiliating encounter with Shagpat, a revered figure in the city known for his magnificent hair. Shibli's attempt to shave Shagpat results in a public beating, but he is undeterred, driven by the promise of future glory. Along the way, he encounters an enigmatic old woman who claims to be his guide to greatness, provided he marries her. Despite his initial reluctance, Shibli agrees, hoping to fulfill his destiny. The narrative weaves in the story of Bhanavar the Beautiful, a tale of love, loss, and the supernatural. Bhanavar, a stunningly beautiful maiden, becomes obsessed with a magical jewel possessed by a serpent. Her desire for the jewel leads to the tragic death of her betrothed, Zurvan, who is bitten by the serpent while retrieving it for her. Overcome with guilt and grief, Bhanavar flees, only to be discovered by a desert chieftain who is captivated by her beauty. Meredith's work is rich with allegory and poetic language, exploring the complexities of human desire and the consequences of transformation. The intertwining stories of Shibli and Bhanavar highlight the tension between personal aspirations and the unforeseen costs of pursuing them. Through vivid imagery and a blend of humor and pathos, "The Shaving of Shagpat" offers a timeless reflection on the human condition.
- 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.
