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Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton

    Gertrude Atherton fue una destacada y prolífica autora estadounidense, cuyas novelas a menudo se ambientan en su nativa California. Conocida por su fuerte carácter y mente independiente, Atherton exploró temas como el feminismo, la política y la guerra en sus diversos escritos, que incluían novelas, cuentos y ensayos. Su estilo literario a menudo reflejaba su espíritu audaz y a veces controvertido, estableciéndola como una figura notable en la literatura estadounidense. Sus obras ofrecen una mirada fascinante a los paisajes sociales y políticos de su época.

    The Gorgeous Isle
    American Wives and English Husbands
    A Few of Hamilton's Letters
    The Dead and the Countess
    Sleeping Fires
    The White Morning
    • The White Morning

      A Novel of the Power of the German Women in Wartime

      • 96 páginas
      • 4 horas de lectura

      Atherton's literary career began with her first serialized work, which led to familial ostracism upon her revelation as the author. She navigated personal challenges, including leaving her daughter with her grandmother, before embarking on travels to New York and London, ultimately returning to California. Known for her novels, particularly the bestseller "Black Oxen," she also contributed essays on feminism and politics, reflecting her engagement with contemporary issues. Her works often capture the essence of California life and society during her time.

      The White Morning
    • Sleeping Fires

      A Novel

      • 176 páginas
      • 7 horas de lectura

      Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton, an influential American author, is known for her novels set in California, including the bestseller Black Oxen, which inspired a silent film. Her prolific writing includes short stories and essays addressing feminism, politics, and war. Atherton's literary journey began with her first serialized work in 1882, leading to her first novel published in 1888. Despite facing family ostracism upon revealing her authorship, she continued to explore themes of identity and societal issues throughout her career.

      Sleeping Fires
    • World-renowned cartoonist Seth returns with three new ghost stories for 2022. The dead sleep peacefully--until a railway is built near their cemetery. While the old priest works nightly to keep them at rest, the count's dying young wife begs to be buried near the railway. But when her last wish is granted, the priest finds that the sound of the train leaves the countess far from at peace.

      The Dead and the Countess
    • The Gorgeous Isle

      A Romance; Scene-- Nevis, B.W.I. 1842

      • 130 páginas
      • 5 horas de lectura

      Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton, an influential American author, is known for her novels set in California and her exploration of themes like feminism and politics. Her notable work, Black Oxen, achieved bestseller status and was adapted into a silent film. Atherton began her literary career with the serialized romance "The Randolphs of Redwood," which led to familial ostracism upon her revelation as the author. After moving to New York and traveling to London, she returned to California, where she continued to write novels, essays, and short stories.

      The Gorgeous Isle
    • The Doomswoman (Esprios Classics)

      An Historical Romance of Old California

      • 156 páginas
      • 6 horas de lectura

      Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton (October 30, 1857 - June 14, 1948) was an American author. Many of her novels are set in her home state of California. Her bestseller Black Oxen (1923) was made into a silent movie of the same name. In addition to novels, she wrote short stories, essays, and articles for magazines and newspapers on such issues as feminism, politics, and war. Atherton's first publication was "The Randolphs of Redwood: A Romance", serialized in The Argonaut in March 1882 under the pseudonym Asmodeus. When she revealed to her family that she was the author, it caused her to be ostracized. In 1888, she left for New York, leaving Muriel with her grandmother. She traveled to London, and eventually returned to California. Atherton's first novel, What Dreams May Come, was published in 1888 under the pseudonym Frank Lin.

      The Doomswoman (Esprios Classics)
    • Mrs. Pendleton's Four-in-hand

      • 52 páginas
      • 2 horas de lectura

      Atherton, an influential American author, often set her novels in California, reflecting her deep connection to the state. Her notable work, Black Oxen, became a bestseller and inspired a silent film. Beyond fiction, she engaged with social issues through essays and articles on feminism, politics, and war. Her writing career began with a serialized romance under a pseudonym, which led to familial estrangement. After relocating to New York and traveling to London, she returned to California, where she continued to produce significant literary works.

      Mrs. Pendleton's Four-in-hand
    • The Sisters-In-Law

      A Novel of Our Time

      • 350 páginas
      • 13 horas de lectura

      Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton was a prolific American author known for her novels set in California, with her notable work, Black Oxen, adapted into a silent film. Beyond fiction, she engaged with themes of feminism, politics, and war through essays and articles. Her writing career began with a serialized romance, which led to familial ostracism after her true identity was revealed. Atherton's journey took her from California to New York and London, ultimately returning to her roots, where she continued to explore complex social issues in her works.

      The Sisters-In-Law
    • The Avalanche; A Mystery Story

      in large print

      • 188 páginas
      • 7 horas de lectura

      This book is a reproduction of a historical work, published by Megali, a company dedicated to producing large print editions for individuals with impaired vision. The focus on accessibility ensures that important historical texts are available to a wider audience, enhancing the reading experience for those who may struggle with standard print sizes.

      The Avalanche; A Mystery Story