Marie Corelli: The Writer and the Woman by Coates and Bell
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| Author | Coates, Thomas F. G. |
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| Author | Bell, R. S. Warren (Robert Stanley Warren), 1871-1921 |
| LoC No. | 03014283 |
| Title | Marie Corelli: The Writer and the Woman |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | The heroine of the story -- Marie Corelli's childhood, etc. -- "A romance of two worlds" -- "Vendetta" and "Thelma" -- "Ardath" -- "Wormwood" and "The soul of Lilith" -- Mr. Bentley's encouragement -- "Barabbas" -- "The sorrows of Satan" -- "The mighty atom" and "Boy" -- "The murder of Delicia" and "Ziska" -- "The master Christian" -- "Temporal power" -- Speeches and lectures -- Marie Corelli's view on marriage -- Some personal items -- At Stratford-on-Avon. |
| Credits | Tim Lindell, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Summary | "Marie Corelli: The Writer and the Woman" by T. F. G. Coates and R. S. Warren Bell is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the life and literary career of the intriguing novelist Marie Corelli, whose unique personality and bold ideas have captivated audiences. The book aims to present a comprehensive exploration of both her personal life and her notable contributions to literature, emphasizing her struggle for recognition amidst criticism. The opening of the book sets the stage for Corelli's journey as a writer against a backdrop of early friendships and mentorship. It highlights her relationship with her publisher, George Bentley, who provided her with guidance as she faced harsh criticisms for her unconventional works. Through letters exchanged between them, the text reveals Corelli's determination and passion, emphasizing the public's eventual recognition of her talent despite initial rejection. Additionally, the introduction establishes the overarching theme of her exploration of spirituality, societal issues, and a quest for meaning in her writings, which would become defining characteristics of her literary voice. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Authors, English -- 20th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Corelli, Marie, 1855-1924 |
| Subject | Women authors -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 66004 |
| Release Date | Aug 7, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated | Aug 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 70 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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