9788028337131 - The Sheik: Romance Novel: A Saharan Desert Romance of Captivity, Desire, and Colonial Adventure in Early Twentieth-Century Fiction di Hull, E. M. (4 risultati)

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. The Sheik | Romance Novel | E. M. Hull | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2023 | Sharp Ink | EAN 9788028337131 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: preigu GmbH & Co. KG, Lengericher Landstr. 19, 49078 Osnabrück, mail[at]preigu[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -First published in 1919, The Sheik is a seminal work of the desert romance, following the fiercely independent Diana Mayo after her journey into the Algerian Sahara brings her under the domination of Ahmed Ben Hassan. Written in heightened, melodramatic prose, the novel blends adventure, erotic fantasy, and imperial exoticism. Its literary context is the post-Victorian popular romance market, where Orientalist settings enabled transgressive plots that both fascinated and unsettled contemporary readers. E. M. Hull, born Edith Maude Henderson in England, wrote from within the cultural atmosphere of wartime and postwar Britain, when distant landscapes and passionate escape held strong appeal. Though not a scholarly ethnographer of North Africa, she drew on the imaginative conventions of empire, travel writing, and popular fiction. Her work reflects both the constraints placed upon women writers and the era's troubling assumptions about race, gender, and desire. This book is recommended to readers interested in the history of romance fiction, early twentieth-century popular culture, and the origins of enduring genre fantasies. It should be read critically, not as a modern love story, but as an influential, controversial text whose narrative power and cultural assumptions reveal much about its time. 128 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -First published in 1919, The Sheik is a seminal work of the desert romance, following the fiercely independent Diana Mayo after her journey into the Algerian Sahara brings her under the domination of Ahmed Ben Hassan. Written in heightened, melodramatic prose, the novel blends adventure, erotic fantasy, and imperial exoticism. Its literary context is the post-Victorian popular romance market, where Orientalist settings enabled transgressive plots that both fascinated and unsettled contemporary readers. E. M. Hull, born Edith Maude Henderson in England, wrote from within the cultural atmosphere of wartime and postwar Britain, when distant landscapes and passionate escape held strong appeal. Though not a scholarly ethnographer of North Africa, she drew on the imaginative conventions of empire, travel writing, and popular fiction. Her work reflects both the constraints placed upon women writers and the era's troubling assumptions about race, gender, and desire. This book is recommended to readers interested in the history of romance fiction, early twentieth-century popular culture, and the origins of enduring genre fantasies. It should be read critically, not as a modern love story, but as an influential, controversial text whose narrative power and cultural assumptions reveal much about its time. 128 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - E. M. Hull's 'The Sheik' is a captivating blend of romance and adventure, set against the exotic backdrop of the Sahara Desert. The narrative follows the tumultuous love story between a spirited Englishwoman, Diana Mayo, and the enigmatic and fierce Sheik Ahmed Ben Hassan. Hull's prose is imbued with a lyrical quality that deftly navigates themes of passion, cultural conflict, and the liberation of desire. Written during the early 20th century, the novel reflects the zeitgeist of the era, exploring the allure of the 'Orient' and the fascination with the 'other' prevalent in contemporary literature. E. M. Hull, born in 1880, was an English author whose experiences, combined with her personal fascination for Middle Eastern culture, profoundly influenced her writing. Her intriguing background and travels may have inspired the authentic cultural elements interwoven in 'The Sheik,' making the narrative resonate with both authenticity and sensuality. Hull's work also intersects with the burgeoning popularity of romantic escapism during the 1920s, paving the way for numerous imitators and adaptations. I wholeheartedly recommend 'The Sheik' to readers yearning for an enthralling exploration of love that transcends cultural divides. Its rich character development and evocative descriptions invite readers into a world of both ardor and intrigue, making it a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences.