Ada Leverson, eine enge Freundin von Oscar Wilde, der sie als die geistreichste Frau der Welt bezeichnete, verfasste sechs zeitlose Romane, die jede eine klassische Sittenkomödie darstellen. Ihr Werk erforscht meisterhaft die Welt der Ehe und des Ehelebens mit einem feinen Gespür für deren Geheimnisse und Absurditäten.
"Liebe auf den zweiten Blick" ist die Geschichte einer in Konventionen erstarrten Ehe. Ort der Handlung: London zur Zeit des Ersten Weltkrieges. Ein unerwarteter weiblicher Dauergast und das überraschende Lebenszeichen eines früheren Liebhabers bringen endlich Bewegung in das Leben von Bruce und Edith Ottely...
Ada Leverson (1862-1933), nee Beddington was a British author who sometimes wrote under the pen name Elaine. She began writing during the 1890s, as a contributor to Black and White, Punch, and The Yellow Book. She was a loyal friend to Oscar Wilde, who called her Sphinx; in the 1997 film Wilde she is played by Zoe Wanamaker. She was a wit, and a friend of Max Beerbohm; her writing has been compared to Beerbohm's, and the stories of Saki. She was also a friend of George Moore; Osbert Sitwell in Great Morning has an anecdote in which she tries, unsuccessfully, to get Moore to see the young William Walton. Of the Sitwells' circle - Sacheverall Sitwell dedicated a poetry collection to her. She wrote The Twelfth Hour (1907), Love's Shadow (1908), The Limit (1911), Tenterhooks (1912), Bird of Paradise (1914), Love at Second Sight (1916) and Letters to the Sphinx from Oscar Wilde (1930).
Set against the backdrop of the Edwardian era, the novel explores the deep bond between Madeline and Bertha, whose friendship navigates the complexities of love and matchmaking. Madeline's infatuation with the elusive Rupert Denison leads to a series of comedic and poignant events, particularly when Bertha devises a plan to bring them together. Leverson's witty prose and insightful character dynamics capture the themes of romance, jealousy, and the pursuit of happiness, making this work a delightful reflection on desire and companionship.
Set in the Edwardian era, this novel explores the complexities of love and relationships through the lives of Romer and Valentia, who appear to have it all but are plagued by jealousy and doubt. As Valentia grows closer to her artist cousin Harry, Romer struggles with trust. Meanwhile, Valentia's sister Daphne faces the advances of a wealthy suitor, and their eccentric friend Miss Luscombe finds herself enamored with a mysterious man. Leverson's witty prose captures the characters' humanity, blending humor with poignant themes of desire and fidelity.
Set in the Edwardian era, the novel explores the romantic dilemmas faced by the Crofton siblings, Felicity, Sylvia, and Savile, as they navigate societal pressures to marry well. Felicity is on the verge of an unsatisfying marriage, while Sylvia resists her father's plans for her to wed a wealthy suitor. Meanwhile, young Savile is torn between his infatuation with an opera singer and the expectations of his peers. Through humor and wit, Leverson captures the complexities of love and societal expectations, offering a refreshing perspective on romance in her time.
Ada Leverson (1862-1933), nee Beddington was a British author who sometimes wrote under the pen name Elaine. She began writing during the 1890s, as a contributor to Black and White, Punch, and The Yellow Book. She was a loyal friend to Oscar Wilde, who called her Sphinx; in the 1997 film Wilde she is played by Zoe Wanamaker. She was a wit, and a friend of Max Beerbohm; her writing has been compared to Beerbohm's, and the stories of Saki. She was also a friend of George Moore; Osbert Sitwell in Great Morning has an anecdote in which she tries, unsuccessfully, to get Moore to see the young William Walton. Of the Sitwells' circle - Sacheverall Sitwell dedicated a poetry collection to her. She wrote The Twelfth Hour (1907), Love's Shadow (1908), The Limit (1911), Tenterhooks (1912), Bird of Paradise (1914), Love at Second Sight (1916) and Letters to the Sphinx from Oscar Wilde (1930).
The story revolves around the dynamics of jealousy and rivalry between Edith and Bruce, especially as Bruce feigns illness to divert attention from Edith's condition. Amidst this backdrop, Edith writes to Bruce about their newborn daughter, Matilda, suggesting her name after a wealthy aunt. The description of Matilda highlights her extraordinary beauty and talent, portraying her as a regal figure with classic features and an innate musical ability, setting the stage for her promising future.
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