The Western Avernus - Morley Roberts

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Résumé :
One of the most literary annals of life in the North American West in the 19th century, The Western Avernus (1887) recounts the treks and toils of a Victorian gentleman abroad in a rough and dangerous land. Singing with a frontier authenticity of hard work, rugged adventure, and restless travel, the book has been likened to Conrad's Heart of Darkness. But it is perhaps best known as a major inspiration for Robert Service, the great Scottish poet of the Yukon, with its exhilarating depictions of work on railroad crews and mountaineering in British Columbia. This new edition brings to light a perspective on North American history little encountered since the book's last printing 80 years ago. AUTHOR BIO: MORLEY ROBERTS (1857-1942), born into a middle-class London family, traveled and worked as a laborer and farmhand in Australia before journeying to the United States in 1884 to begin the odyssey related in The Western Avernus. Among the many works of fiction, essays, and travel books Roberts produced is The Mate of the Vancouver (1892), considered to be the first notable novel of British Columbia.

Biographie:
Morley Charles Roberts was an English novelist and short story writer, renowned for his contributions to literature, particularly in the realms of fiction and personal essays. Born on December 29, 1857, in London, he gained recognition for works such as The Private Life of Henry Maitland. His writing often explores deep psychological and social themes, with a particular focus on human nature and personal identity. Roberts was educated at Bedford School, and his early life experiences deeply influenced the introspective and philosophical elements in his later works. He spent much of his life in London, where he continued to write, achieving some popularity during his lifetime. His work spans multiple genres, though his autobiographical and reflective essays, such as A Tramp s Notebook, showcase his talent for examining life s more profound and challenging aspects. Roberts passed away on June 8, 1942, at the age of 84, leaving behind a legacy of rich and thoughtful writing that continues to be appreciated by readers interested in the complexities of human existence....