Description
Discover 'The Birthplace,' a captivating novella from Hesperus Classics, exploring themes of literary aspiration in a fog-laden coastal town. Set in Blackport-on-Dwindle, a place described as 'all granite, fog, and female fiction,' the story follows the Gedges, a couple yearning for inspiration and romance in their mundane lives. As they become live-in guardians of a significant literary landmark, they anticipate the enchantment of creativity but encounter an unsettling aura that permeates the house. James masterfully delves into the complexities of character and the absurdities of human pretension, delivering a thought-provoking narrative that resonates with readers who appreciate literary fiction and classic literature. This edition also features 'The Private Life,' another compelling work by James that scrutinizes the dynamics of the artist's persona, a vital concept in literature and the arts. Perfect for fans of literary analysis and those who relish stories that intertwine the personal and the creative. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the deeper meanings of art, identity, and the unexpected within 'The Birthplace.' Ideal for collectors of unique literary works and enthusiasts of Hesperus Press titles. Available in brand new condition, this paperback edition was published in 2012, providing a timeless addition to your literary collection. Immerse yourself in James's insightful prose and experience the layers of artistic exploration presented within these pages.
CONDITION: BRAND NEW
Title: The Birthplace (Hesperus Classics)
Publisher: Hesperus Press Ltd
Publication Date: 2012
Binding: Paperback
Details:
Blackport-on-Dwindle - 'all granite, fog and female fiction' - has been the Gedges' dull domain for some years. They leap, therefore, at the invitation to become the live-in guardians of the birthplace of the nation's literary hero. Anticipating romance, inspiration - all that has been lacking in their lives to date - they find, instead, that the house casts an altogether more sinister spell. In The Birthplace, James explores in miniature the themes of his major fiction, enlivened by a keener-than-ever eye for character and a wry appreciation of pretension and the absurd. The novella is published here alongside 'The Private Life', another little-known work in which James again considers the relevance of the artist's persona - a theme with continued relevance in literature and the arts.
CONDITION: BRAND NEW
Title: The Birthplace (Hesperus Classics)
Publisher: Hesperus Press Ltd
Publication Date: 2012
Binding: Paperback
Details:
Blackport-on-Dwindle - 'all granite, fog and female fiction' - has been the Gedges' dull domain for some years. They leap, therefore, at the invitation to become the live-in guardians of the birthplace of the nation's literary hero. Anticipating romance, inspiration - all that has been lacking in their lives to date - they find, instead, that the house casts an altogether more sinister spell. In The Birthplace, James explores in miniature the themes of his major fiction, enlivened by a keener-than-ever eye for character and a wry appreciation of pretension and the absurd. The novella is published here alongside 'The Private Life', another little-known work in which James again considers the relevance of the artist's persona - a theme with continued relevance in literature and the arts.