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First published in 1968. Richard Hengist Horne, virtually unknown
today, was one of the more extraordinary figures of the nineteenth
century literary scene. The author of an epic poem Orion was
acclaimed a work of genius by almost every English critic. His
voluminous literary output is for the most part forgotten, but his
life and character, his widely romantic aspirations to be a Man of
Genius, provide a fascinating tragi-comic study. As a background
study to the literature and society of the time, Ann Blainey's book
is packed with interest and anecdote, and as a study of a
remarkable man it is consistently entertaining.
Ann Blainey's work, first published in 1985, provides a sensitive
study of Leigh Hunt and the literary climate that influenced his
life, and fills a large gap in literary biography. Blainey brings a
perceptive eye to a generally embittered man whose chaotic life
seemed a tragic failure. This title will be of interest to students
of literature.
Ann Blainey's work, first published in 1985, provides a sensitive
study of Leigh Hunt and the literary climate that influenced his
life, and fills a large gap in literary biography. Blainey brings a
perceptive eye to a generally embittered man whose chaotic life
seemed a tragic failure. This title will be of interest to students
of literature.
First published in 1968. Richard Hengist Horne, virtually unknown
today, was one of the more extraordinary figures of the nineteenth
century literary scene. The author of an epic poem Orion was
acclaimed a work of genius by almost every English critic. His
voluminous literary output is for the most part forgotten, but his
life and character, his widely romantic aspirations to be a Man of
Genius, provide a fascinating tragi-comic study. As a background
study to the literature and society of the time, Ann Blainey's book
is packed with interest and anecdote, and as a study of a
remarkable man it is consistently entertaining.
The story of an Australian girl who defied convention and became
the most famous singer of her era. Growing up in Melbourne, Nellie
Mitchell dreamed of fame, but her devout father disapproved. When a
chance arose to go to Paris, she trusted in her musical talent and
hoped for a lucky break. Within a few years, reborn as Nellie
Melba, she was performing to overflowing concert halls, hobnobbing
with European royalty and collaborating with some of the most
renowned composers of the age. Audiences swooned over the 'heavenly
pleasures' of her voice, while the public showed an insatiable
appetite for news of her sometimes passionate private life. Dame
Nellie Melba was Australia's first international superstar. In this
important biography, enhanced by new research, Ann Blainey captures
the exuberance, controversy and pathos of Melba's remarkable
career. Shortlisted for the Age Book of the Year Award
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