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The Life And Writings Of Richard Penn Smith
With A Reprint Of His Play, The Deformed, 1830 (1917)
Richard Penn Smith, Bruce Welker McCullough
Livre broché | Anglais
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The Life and Writings of Richard Penn Smith is a book that provides a comprehensive account of the life and work of the eponymous author. It includes a reprint of his play, The Deformed, which was originally published in 1830. The book was first published in 1917 and is authored by Richard Penn Smith himself.The book begins with a biographical account of Richard Penn Smith's life, tracing his early years and family background, his education and career as a lawyer, and his eventual success as a writer. The author provides insights into Smith's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his literary influences and inspirations.The second part of the book features a reprint of Smith's play, The Deformed. The play is a tragedy that explores the themes of love, betrayal, and revenge. It tells the story of a deformed man who seeks revenge on those who have wronged him, including his former lover and her new husband. The play is notable for its use of Gothic elements and its exploration of the darker aspects of human nature.Overall, The Life and Writings of Richard Penn Smith is a valuable resource for those interested in the life and work of this important American author. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 19th-century literature and the Gothic tradition, and showcases the talents of a writer who has been largely overlooked by literary historians.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- Nombre de pages :
- 108
- Langue:
- Anglais
Caractéristiques
- EAN:
- 9781104496456
- Date de parution :
- 10-05-09
- Format:
- Livre broché
- Format numérique:
- Trade paperback (VS)
- Dimensions :
- 190 mm x 235 mm
- Poids :
- 199 g
