The Untilled Field - Softcover

Moore, George

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1438595476 ISBN 13: 9781438595474

Verlag: Book Jungle, 2010

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George Moore was an Irish novelist, short-story writer, poet, art critic, memoirist and dramatist. He came from a Roman Catholic landed family and originally wanted to be a painter studying in Paris in the 1870's. As a naturalistic writer, he was among the first English-language authors to study the French realists, and was particularly influenced by the works of Émile Zola. Because of his willingness to tackle such issues as prostitution, extramarital sex and lesbianism, his novels were met with disapproval but eventually as public taste changed they became accepted. The Untilled Field deals with themes of clerical interference in the daily lives of the Irish peasantry, and of the issue of emigration. The story was originally written for translation into Irish, in order to serve as a model for other writers working in the language.

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George Moore was an Irish novelist, playwright, and critic recognized for his influential contributions to modernist literature. His early works, including "A Modern Lover" and "Esther Waters," delve into themes of sexuality, social class, and the intricacies of human relationships. Over time, Moore's writing style evolved to incorporate impressionistic techniques, placing a strong emphasis on the inner lives of his characters. As a key figure in the Irish literary revival, Moore formed close relationships with contemporaries such as W.B. Yeats and James Joyce. His commitment to realism and candid exploration of controversial subjects not only challenged societal norms but also set the stage for future writers. By tackling topics often considered taboo, Moore significantly impacted both Irish and English literature, making his work an essential part of the modern literary landscape. His legacy endures through the themes he championed and the narrative techniques he pioneered, influencing generations of writers that followed.

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• Verlag: Book Jungle
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1438595476
• ISBN 13: 9781438595474
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 248
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