Vanitas: Polite Stories. Enriched edition. Exploring love, vanity, and human nature through elegant tales of the late Victorian era

Par : Vernon Lee, Julia Dunn
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  • Nombre de pages217
  • FormatePub
  • ISBN4057664564290
  • EAN4057664564290
  • Date de parution04/12/2019
  • Protection num.Digital Watermarking
  • Taille945 Ko
  • Infos supplémentairesepub
  • ÉditeurGOOD PRESS

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In "Vanitas: Polite Stories, " Vernon Lee artfully navigates the delicate interplay of beauty, decay, and the complexities of human existence within a collection of intricately woven narratives. Written in a rich, languid prose style typical of the fin de si?®cle period, each story reveals a nuanced exploration of aestheticism and moral ambiguity. Thematically, Lee engages with the concept of 'vanitas, ' reflecting on the transient nature of life and the perils of excessive beauty, urging readers to contemplate deeper meanings beneath the surface of genteel appearances.
Vernon Lee, born Violet Paget, was a pioneering figure in literary modernism and an ardent advocate for the movement known as aestheticism. Her intellectual background, steeped in art and philosophy, is reflected in her works, as she often sought to challenge prevailing norms through her exploration of identity, gender, and cultural criticism. Her personal experiences traveling across Europe and her connections with prominent artists and thinkers undoubtedly fueled the creation of these stories, which blend the personal with the philosophical.
"Vanitas: Polite Stories" is a compelling invitation to readers seeking to delve into the complexities of existence and the delicate balance between beauty and morality. Lee's masterful storytelling offers a profound reflection that resonates with the contemporary quest for meaning, making this collection essential for those drawn to the intersections of art and literature. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era-social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand-picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
In "Vanitas: Polite Stories, " Vernon Lee artfully navigates the delicate interplay of beauty, decay, and the complexities of human existence within a collection of intricately woven narratives. Written in a rich, languid prose style typical of the fin de si?®cle period, each story reveals a nuanced exploration of aestheticism and moral ambiguity. Thematically, Lee engages with the concept of 'vanitas, ' reflecting on the transient nature of life and the perils of excessive beauty, urging readers to contemplate deeper meanings beneath the surface of genteel appearances.
Vernon Lee, born Violet Paget, was a pioneering figure in literary modernism and an ardent advocate for the movement known as aestheticism. Her intellectual background, steeped in art and philosophy, is reflected in her works, as she often sought to challenge prevailing norms through her exploration of identity, gender, and cultural criticism. Her personal experiences traveling across Europe and her connections with prominent artists and thinkers undoubtedly fueled the creation of these stories, which blend the personal with the philosophical.
"Vanitas: Polite Stories" is a compelling invitation to readers seeking to delve into the complexities of existence and the delicate balance between beauty and morality. Lee's masterful storytelling offers a profound reflection that resonates with the contemporary quest for meaning, making this collection essential for those drawn to the intersections of art and literature. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era-social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand-picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
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