Arthur Mervyn; Or, Memoirs of the Year 1793

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• Charles Brockden Brown

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• 282 Seiten
• 10 Lesestunden

• Amerikanische Literatur
• Belletristik
• Historisches Thema
• Klassiker
• Schule

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Set against the backdrop of the yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia during 1793, this novel delves into themes of survival and human resilience. Arthur Mervyn, a pivotal character, navigates the chaos and despair brought on by the disease, reflecting the gothic style characteristic of Charles Brockden Brown. Initially serialized in a magazine that faced challenges, the work emerged as a standalone book, solidifying its place in American Gothic literature and showcasing Brown's influence on the genre.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2024
• Einband: Paperback