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The House with the Green Shutters. Enriched edition. Ambition, Greed, and Betrayal: A Dark Portrait of Rural Scottish Life in the Late 19th Century
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- Nombre de pages281
- FormatePub
- ISBN4057664582898
- EAN4057664582898
- Date de parution03/12/2019
- Protection num.Digital Watermarking
- Taille1 Mo
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- ÉditeurGOOD PRESS
Résumé
George Douglas Brown's "The House with the Green Shutters" is a seminal work in Scottish literature that exposes the harsh realities of rural life in early 20th-century Scotland. Through a realist narrative steeped in modernist techniques, Brown presents a poignant story of the fragile human psyche within an oppressive environment. The novel meticulously details the lives of the inhabitants of a small Scottish village, using vivid imagery and interior monologues to explore themes of social class, ambition, and personal failure.
The eponymous house becomes a powerful symbol of isolation and unfulfilled aspirations, reflecting the struggle against societal norms and individual desires. George Douglas Brown was a Scottish novelist whose own experiences growing up in a small village deeply informed his writing. His keen observations of characters and community dynamics provided fertile ground for his exploration of class struggles and human frailty.
Brown's literary career was marked by a commitment to realism and a desire to challenge romanticized portrayals of rural life, which perhaps led him to articulate the complexities contained within the seemingly ordinary lives he depicted. This novel is essential reading for those interested in the foundations of modern Scottish literature and the exploration of social issues that remain relevant today.
Brown's unflinching portrayal of human despair and the societal constraints of his time makes "The House with the Green Shutters" a powerful and thought-provoking text that invites reflection on the human condition. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life. - Hand-picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
The eponymous house becomes a powerful symbol of isolation and unfulfilled aspirations, reflecting the struggle against societal norms and individual desires. George Douglas Brown was a Scottish novelist whose own experiences growing up in a small village deeply informed his writing. His keen observations of characters and community dynamics provided fertile ground for his exploration of class struggles and human frailty.
Brown's literary career was marked by a commitment to realism and a desire to challenge romanticized portrayals of rural life, which perhaps led him to articulate the complexities contained within the seemingly ordinary lives he depicted. This novel is essential reading for those interested in the foundations of modern Scottish literature and the exploration of social issues that remain relevant today.
Brown's unflinching portrayal of human despair and the societal constraints of his time makes "The House with the Green Shutters" a powerful and thought-provoking text that invites reflection on the human condition. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life. - Hand-picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
George Douglas Brown's "The House with the Green Shutters" is a seminal work in Scottish literature that exposes the harsh realities of rural life in early 20th-century Scotland. Through a realist narrative steeped in modernist techniques, Brown presents a poignant story of the fragile human psyche within an oppressive environment. The novel meticulously details the lives of the inhabitants of a small Scottish village, using vivid imagery and interior monologues to explore themes of social class, ambition, and personal failure.
The eponymous house becomes a powerful symbol of isolation and unfulfilled aspirations, reflecting the struggle against societal norms and individual desires. George Douglas Brown was a Scottish novelist whose own experiences growing up in a small village deeply informed his writing. His keen observations of characters and community dynamics provided fertile ground for his exploration of class struggles and human frailty.
Brown's literary career was marked by a commitment to realism and a desire to challenge romanticized portrayals of rural life, which perhaps led him to articulate the complexities contained within the seemingly ordinary lives he depicted. This novel is essential reading for those interested in the foundations of modern Scottish literature and the exploration of social issues that remain relevant today.
Brown's unflinching portrayal of human despair and the societal constraints of his time makes "The House with the Green Shutters" a powerful and thought-provoking text that invites reflection on the human condition. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life. - Hand-picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
The eponymous house becomes a powerful symbol of isolation and unfulfilled aspirations, reflecting the struggle against societal norms and individual desires. George Douglas Brown was a Scottish novelist whose own experiences growing up in a small village deeply informed his writing. His keen observations of characters and community dynamics provided fertile ground for his exploration of class struggles and human frailty.
Brown's literary career was marked by a commitment to realism and a desire to challenge romanticized portrayals of rural life, which perhaps led him to articulate the complexities contained within the seemingly ordinary lives he depicted. This novel is essential reading for those interested in the foundations of modern Scottish literature and the exploration of social issues that remain relevant today.
Brown's unflinching portrayal of human despair and the societal constraints of his time makes "The House with the Green Shutters" a powerful and thought-provoking text that invites reflection on the human condition. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life. - Hand-picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.