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Temporal Power: A Study in Supremacy
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1,99 € |
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| Verlag: | Digicat |
| Format: | EPUB |
| Veröffentl.: | 15.08.2022 |
| ISBN/EAN: | 8596547174288 |
| Sprache: | englisch |
| Anzahl Seiten: | 497 |
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Beschreibungen
Marie Corelli's 'Temporal Power: A Study in Supremacy' is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of power, both political and spiritual. Set in the late 19th century, Corelli's narrative style blends elements of romance and mystery while addressing profound philosophical questions about the nature of authority and control. The novel's vivid descriptions and intricate plot twists keep readers engaged as they follow the characters' journey through the shadowy world of power and influence. Marie Corelli, a popular Victorian author known for her sensationalist writing style, was influenced by her deep interest in spirituality and the occult. 'Temporal Power' reflects Corelli's own views on the corrupting nature of power and provides a critique of societal norms and values prevalent during her time period. Her unique perspective and bold storytelling continue to captivate readers to this day. I highly recommend 'Temporal Power: A Study in Supremacy' to readers who enjoy thought-provoking literature that challenges conventional beliefs and explores the darker side of human ambition. Marie Corelli's masterpiece offers a timeless exploration of power dynamics that remain relevant in today's society.
Marie Corelli, born Mary Mackay on May 1st, 1855, in London, was a prolific English novelist of the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Corelli's works, blending aspects of gothic, fantasy, and romance, were starkly contrasted with the literary realism popular during her time. She gained massive popularity and, despite critical derision for her melodramatic style, maintained a significant readership that included figures such as Queen Victoria. Corelli's novel 'Temporal Power: A Study in Supremacy' is a pointed critique of materialism and the influence of the church and state over the spiritual and moral direction of society. This and many of her other works, such as 'The Sorrows of Satan' and 'A Romance of Two Worlds,' often carried underlying spiritual and moral messages, reflective of her advocacy for Christian and esoteric ideals. Corelli's literary style is marked by a grandiose and ornate language which has secured her legacy as a distinct, if divisive, voice in English literature. Despite her popularity during her lifetime, Corelli's reputation posthumously waned, but recent scholarship has been revisiting her texts, focusing on her contributions to speculative fiction and her influence on the women's movement.
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