Mary Gray - Softcover

Tynan, Katharine

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0809501511 ISBN 13: 9780809501519

Verlag: Wildside Press, 2007

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Mary's father, Walter Gray, was employed at a watchmaker's of repute. He spent all his working life with a magnifying glass in his eye, peering into the mechanism of watches, adjusting the delicate pivots and springs on which their lives moved. His occupation had perhaps encouraged in him a habit of introspection. Perhaps he found the human machine as worthy of interest as the works of watches and clocks. Anyhow, in his leisure moments, which were few, he would discuss curiously with Mary the hidden springs that kept the human machine in motion, the strange workings and convolutions of it. From the very early age when she began to be a comfort and a companion to her father, Mary had been accustomed to such speculations as would have written Walter Gray down a madman if he had shared them with the grown people about him rather than with a child.

Mary was the child of his romance, of his first marriage, which had lasted barely a year.

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Katharine Tynan (1859-1931) was an Irish author known for her prolific contributions to literature, particularly in the genres of historical novels and romance. Born in County Dublin, Tynan's early life in rural Ireland profoundly influenced her writing. Her works often reflect the intricacies of Irish country life and the social changes of her time. Tynan's literary career began with poetry, but she achieved greater fame through her novels. Her writing captures the essence of early 20th-century Ireland, blending vivid descriptions of rural landscapes with complex character studies. She is celebrated for her ability to portray the emotional depth of her characters and the subtleties of their relationships. Tynan's novels frequently explore themes of love, family dynamics, and personal growth, set against the backdrop of historical and social transformation. In addition to her novels, Tynan wrote short stories and essays, contributing to various periodicals. Her work reflects a deep connection to Irish culture and a keen insight into the human condition. Katharine Tynan remains a significant figure in Irish literature, remembered for her heartfelt and evocative storytelling.

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• Verlag: Wildside Press
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2007
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0809501511
• ISBN 13: 9780809501519
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 184
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