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André Maurois wrote in French this fictional biography of Percy Bysshe Shelley. Ariel Percy Bysshe Shelley, the illustrated new translation by Alix Daniel invites readers of classics to appreciate the man who, according to Harold Bloom had one of the most advanced sceptical intellects ever to write a poem.
"General Bramble" by Andre Maurois is a fascinating novel that gives a satirical yet insightful exploration of the military status quo and human nature. It follows the existence and profession of General Bramble, a seasoned military leader whose reports replicate the absurdities and contradictions of warfare. Through the lens of General Bramble's studies, Maurois affords a nuanced commentary at the complexities of military lifestyles, bureaucracy, and the impact of struggle on individuals and society. The novel humorously portrays the General's encounters with fellow officers, subordinates, and political figures, highlighting the regularly farcical nature of military operations and the characters concerned. As General Bramble navigates the demanding situations of command and confronts the cruel realities of combat, he grapples with questions of obligation, honor, and morality. Through his adventure, readers are invited to reflect on the human ability for both heroism and folly inside the face of warfare. Maurois's writing is characterized through its wit, sharp statement, and intensity of insight into the human condition. "General Bramble" stays a timeless traditional, providing readers an idea-scary exploration of war and its impact on individuals and society.
The Silence of Colonel Bramble, is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and redesigned. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work, and hence their text is clear and readable. This remarkable book falls within the genres of Language and Literatures, Romance literatures
1929. From the dust jacket. Andre Maurois who wrote so sympathetically of the lives of Disraeli and Shelley (Ariel) has created here a novel of incomparable charm and originality. Atmosphere of Love is a study of a man and the two women he loved. In the opening chapters, Philippe Marcenat narrates his version of his affair with the woman he loved, madly, jealously; in the latter part of the novel the mirror is held up at a different angle and Marcenat's second wife presents her estimate of her husband. By this original device, we have a subtle and a living portrait of the hero. At the same time, it is an analysis, profound and clarifying, of the nature and the course of love and the devastating effect of human jealousy. Virginia Woolf, the author of Orlando says of this novel: It would be difficult to find a fellow to it in English. One cannot bring to mind at the moment any living English writer so intelligent, so dextrous, so accomplished as M. Maurois. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.
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Ariel: A Shelley Romance by André Maurois is a biographical novel that tells the story of the famous English Romantic poet, Percy Bysshe Shelley. The book focuses on Shelley's tumultuous personal life, including his relationships with his wives and mistresses, as well as his literary achievements. Maurois' book portrays Shelley as a complex and passionate figure, full of contradictions and conflict. He examines the poet's intense friendships with other writers of his time, including Lord Byron and John Keats, and explores the impact that their ideas and personalities had on Shelley's own work. Through vivid and evocative descriptions of Shelley's travels, relationships, and artistic endeavors, Maurois brings the poet and his era to life. Ariel: A Shelley Romance is a beautifully written and engaging work of historical fiction, and it offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of the greatest poets of the Romantic era.
A couple becomes shipwrecked on an island of literary zealots, a place where every subject/feeling deserves expression. Sound familiar?
1920. Translated from the French by Thurfrida Wake; Verses translated by Wilfrid Jackson. Whitlock writes in the Introduction about The Silence of Colonel Bramble: Every English officer one met was chuckling over it, and pointing out Old So-and-so in its pages as the original of this or that type. It was a picture not only of the Lennox Highlanders, but of every regimental and brigade mess in the army.
The book "" General Bramble , has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies and hence the text is clear and readable.
A new translation by Sergio E. Serrano of this inspirational book containing sound advice on the art of living by the French historian, biographer, and philosopher, André Maurois (1885 - 1967), who was one of the most celebrated and prolific French writers of the 20th century. Timeless wisdom and advice on the art of living for today's young and old: The art of thinking; the art of loving; the art of working: the art of leadership; the art of growing old. Maurois speaks to the soul of the reader. The principles he conveys remain as valid and as useful in the 21st century as they were in the 20th. According to Maurois, our lives are works of art, expressions of inner beauty, conceived and created by our inner selves, tested by the circumstances and experiences of life, perfected and modified by the learning and growth resulting from these experiences. Maurois accurately predicted: ¿the ultimate failure of all social revolutions; the necessity of slow change in human customs and attitudes as a key to lasting changes; the technological development and implementation of robots in large assembly lines; the constant distraction with technology and its harmful effects to the mind, the emotions, and relationships; the characteristics of a reasonable and effective government; the inner virtues to cultivate in order to successfully overcome the adversities of life; the qualities to seek in order to maintain stable, loving, relationships; the attributes to encourage as an effective manager; the essentials by which to plan a long and enjoyable retirement; the principles behind an effective educational system. An Art of Living remained out of print for several decades. This new translation resurrects this little treasure of a book for the English readers of today; it remains faithful to the original French edition and to the style of the author.
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