John Galsworthy by Sheila Kaye-Smith
"John Galsworthy" by Sheila Kaye-Smith is a literary biography written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the life, works, and artistic contributions of the renowned author John Galsworthy, famous for his plays and novels that often tackled social issues and the complexities of human nature. The biography emphasizes how Galsworthy's narrative style and themes reflect the spirit of his time, offering a detailed understanding of both his artistic sensibilitiesand his place in modern literature. At the start of the book, the introduction discusses the role of popular writers in society and highlights Galsworthy's unique position among them. Kaye-Smith points out that Galsworthy, though not widely read in mainstream circles, possesses a distinct style that attracts a smaller, more discerning audience appreciative of his subtle yet powerful critiques of society. The opening also touches upon Galsworthy's background, mentioning his education and travels, which informed much of his writing. The text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Galsworthy's plays and novels, outlining the dual nature of his public and private personas—an artist dedicated to his craft who remains somewhat detached from the fame-seeking behaviors often associated with literary success. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Kaye-Smith, Sheila, 1887-1956 |
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| Editor | Christian, Bertram, -1953 |
| Title | John Galsworthy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by KD Weeks, ellinora and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933 -- Criticism and interpretation |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55885 |
| Release Date | Nov 4, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 129 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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