The Silver Domino (Mint Editions (Humorous and Satirical Narratives)) - Softcover

Corelli, Marie

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1513277782 ISBN 13: 9781513277783

Verlag: Mint Editions, 2021

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Author Marie Corelli’s brilliant commentary on the personal and professional politics of the literary community full of colorful characters fueled by fame, criticism and competition. It’s a bold and insightful depiction of nineteenth century publishing.

At the time of publication, Marie Corelli was an established writer who had been criticized for her style and subject matter. In The Silver Domino; or Side Whispers and Literary, she adopts an anonymous persona to present a series of observations regarding the state of the industry and its most notable figures. She paints a vivid picture of hypocrites who target some writers but elude others. She also challenges the press and her male counterparts while touting her own genius.

The Silver Domino; or Side Whispers and Literary is a brutally honest portrait of Corelli’s many thoughts. It is a captivating and necessary addition to satirical literature. She offers a revealing look at the industry and its true state of affairs.

With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Silver Domino; or Side Whispers and Literary is both modern and readable.

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Marie Corelli (1855–1924), born Mary Mackay, was a British writer from London, England. Educated at a Parisian convent, she later worked as a pianist before embarking on a literary career. Her first novel, A Romance of Two Worlds was published in 1886 and surpassed all expectations. Corelli quickly became one of the most popular fiction writers of her time. Her books featured contrasting themes rooted in religion, science and the supernatural. Some of Corelli’s other notable works include Barabbas: A Dream of the World’s Tragedy (1893) and The Sorrows of Satan (1895).

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A biting satire of social and literary criticism. The Silver Domino; or Side Whispers and Literary, by Marie Corelli, was released anonymously in 1892. The author delivers compelling observations about the publishing industry including her peers and critics. It is a notable collection of hard-hitting truths regarding the establishment.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Mint Editions
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2021
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1513277782
• ISBN 13: 9781513277783
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 140
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