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Portrait of a Man with Red Hair (Walpole, Hugh)
Portrait of a Man with Red Hair
Autor Walpole, Hugh
Verlag Darley Press
Sprache Englisch
Einband Kartonierter Einband (Kt)
Erscheinungsjahr 2021
Seiten 318 S.
Artikelnummer 37920529
ISBN 978-1-955741-13-2
CHF 25.50
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Zusammenfassung

Upon the mysterious recommendation of a friend, Charles Harkness embarks on a journey to Treliss, a Cornish seaside town possessed of breathtaking natural beauty and brimming with local intrigue. Feeling an unusual sense of bravado, the timid and sensitive Harkness inserts himself into a domestic conflict in Treliss, whose instigator is a sadistic man with shocking red hair. In the course of trying to extricate himself from a precarious situation, Harkness submits to a series of trials that will leave him forever changed.

Sir Hugh Seymour Walpole was an English novelist, born on March 13, 1884, in Auckland, New Zealand. He was the son of an Anglican clergyman, Rev. George Henry Somerset Walpole, and Mildred Helen Walpole (née Barham). Originally destined for a career in the church, Walpole found himself drawn to writing instead. His literary journey was significantly influenced by prominent authors such as Henry James and Arnold Bennett, who encouraged his writing. Walpole's works often reflected his deep understanding of human nature and the complexities of society. His notable literary career spanned several decades, with many of his novels gaining attention for their intricate plots and exploration of personal and societal conflicts. Walpole's writing includes themes of personal ambition, social expectations, and the human experience. He passed away on June 1, 1941, at the age of 57 in Keswick, United Kingdom. His works, including novels, short stories, and plays, left a significant mark on English literature, cementing his legacy as a key figure in early 20th-century fiction. He had two siblings, Robert and Dorothy Walpole.