Collected Stories (Esprios Classics) - Henry Wood

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Résumé :
Ellen Price (1814-1887), was an English novelist, better known as Mrs. Henry Wood. She is best remembered for her 1861 novel East Lynne, but many of her books became international bestsellers and widely read also in the United States. In her time, she surpassed the fame of Charles Dickens in Australia. She wrote over 30 novels, many of which enjoyed remarkable popularity. In 1867, Wood purchased the English magazine Argosy, which had been founded by Alexander Strahan in 1865. She wrote much of the magazine herself. Wood's works were translated into many languages, including French and Russian. Wood wrote several works of supernatural fiction, including The Ghost (1867) and the oft-anthologized Reality or Delusion? (1868)....

Biographie:
Mrs Henry Wood was born in Worcester, England. She began writing at a young age and published her first novel, The Nightshade in 1854. Her early works were often serialized in newspapers, a common practice for Victorian novelists and in addition to East Lynne, her other notable works include The Channings (1862), The Shadow of Ashlydyat (1863), and Mrs. Halliburton's Troubles (1862). These novels typically feature intricate plots and strong moral messages. Wood's novels often address social issues such as gender roles, class disparity, and the position of women in society. Her characters frequently grapple with these issues, reflecting her own views on social reform and Mrs. Henry Wood was one of the best-selling authors of her time and enjoyed significant popularity in both England and America Wood's novels are known for their melodramatic elements, detailed character development, and exploration of moral and social issues. Her writing often delves into themes of love, betrayal, and social class, reflecting the values and concerns of Victorian society. Her detailed portrayal of domestic life, moral dilemmas, and social issues contributed to the development of Victorian domestic fiction....

Sommaire:
Ellen Price (1814-1887), was an English novelist, better known as Mrs. Henry Wood. She is best remembered for her 1861 novel East Lynne, but many of her books became international bestsellers and widely read also in the United States. In her time, she surpassed the fame of Charles Dickens in Australia. She wrote over 30 novels, many of which enjoyed remarkable popularity. In 1867, Wood purchased the English magazine Argosy, which had been founded by Alexander Strahan in 1865. She wrote much of the magazine herself. Wood's works were translated into many languages, including French and Russian. Wood wrote several works of supernatural fiction, including The Ghost (1867) and the oft-anthologized Reality or Delusion? (1868)....