9780259406662 - De Clifford, or the Constant Man, Vol. 1 of 3 (Classic Reprint) de Ward, Robert Plumer (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a splendid autobiography that follows the life of the author from his very humble beginnings to his later rise in English society and prestige. The author considers the nature of human motivation and patriotism while using his own life and the lives of those around him to explore the meaning of honor and selfless love. The writer was a young man when he first fell in love and became an ardent admirer of a very beautiful and very young woman. Their love affair forms the backbone of the story and is a central theme throughout. Of particular interest to those interested in history is the author's detailed description of the English class system and societal structure of the time, all within the broader context of prevailing notions of, and conflicts over, English identity. The author is deeply interested in the psychology of his acquaintances and presents vivid personality sketches as he relates stories of his boyhood friendships and the nature of romantic love. This book will appeal to those interested in the social history of England, the nature of love and desire, as well as the inherent beauty and depth of human emotion. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.