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Passion In the Past: 70 Historical Romance Novels - cover

Passion In the Past: 70 Historical Romance Novels

Jane Austen, Alexandre Dumas, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Henry James, Anthony Trollope, Guy de Maupassant, William Makepeace Thackeray, Anne Brontë, Madame de La Fayette, Maria Edgeworth, Louis Hémon, Fanny Burney, Georg Ebers, Henry Fielding, Samuel Richardson, Edith Wharton, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Mary Wollstonecraft, Georgette Heyer, Sabine Baring-Gould, Grace Livingston Hill, Gilbert Parker, Fanny Fern, Mary Hays, A.E.W. Mason, Thomas Hardy, Eliza Haywood, Bernardin de Saint-Pierre, Philip Meadows Taylor, Lady Sydney Morgan, Robert Williams Buchanan, Leo Tolstoy, Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, D. K. Broster, María Ruiz de Burton, Mrs. Olifant, Catharine Trotter Cockburn, Lady Charlotte Bury, Mary Angela Dickens

Maison d'édition: Musaicum Books

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'Passion In the Past: 70 Historical Romance Novels' is a meticulously curated anthology that transcends time and place, offering a rich tapestry of emotional and historical depth through its collection of masterful narratives. Each novel juxtaposes romance with the complex social fabrics of their respective periods, weaving together themes of love, societal expectations, and personal defiance. The anthology spans centuries of literary evolution, encapsulating diverse styles from the refined prose of Jane Austen to the intricate psychological narratives of Henry James, and the poignant realism of Thomas Hardy. This collection not only celebrates the genre of historical romance but also elevates it, presenting works that have significantly influenced the literary canon and reader's hearts alike. The authors assembled in this volume represent some of the most distinguished voices of their times, possessing unique insights into the human condition colored by the societal norms and tumultuous histories of their respective eras. Figures like Mary Wollstonecraft and Charlotte Brontë, who probe the stringent societal bounds of their periods, stand shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Leo Tolstoy and F. Scott Fitzgerald, whose works transcend cultural barriers, lending universality to the personal experience of love and loss. The backgrounds of these literary giants, ranging from ardent reformists to keen observers of human folly, bring an unparalleled depth to exploring themes of passion intertwined with historical contexts. This coalition of voices does not merely recount love stories but shepherds readers through the corridors of history, inviting a deeper contemplation of past societies through the lens of romance. 'Passion In the Past' is essential for anyone who cherishes both the sweep of history and the intimacy of human relationships. Readers are afforded a panoramic yet detailed exploration of social mores and individual aspirations through romantic encounters across various epochs. This anthology is a significant educational resource and a profoundly touching compilation, ideal for those who are both romantics and historians at heart, craving narratives that inspire both intellect and emotion while fostering a connection with the generations before us.
Disponible depuis: 04/01/2022.
Longueur d'impression: 22329 pages.

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