Hemmings, F. W. J.

Alexandre Dumas: The King of Romance

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ISBN 13:: 9781448205271
author:: Hemmings, F. W. J.
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2012
Pages:: 352
Dimensions:: 23.4 x 15.6 x 1.9 centimetres (0
Genre:: Biography, Literary, Biography,
Condition:: New
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Alexandre Dumas was known as the "king of romance". This biography captures the spirit that defined his life and work. Born into a family with a complex past, Dumas's own life was marked by adventure and creativity. From his childhood in the countryside to his rise as a leading Romantic playwright, Dumas's story is one of imagination and determination. Drawing on his memoirs and surviving correspondence, Professor Hemmings brings to light a fascinating tale of a writer whose novels continue to captivate our imagination. This biography offers a fresh perspective on the life of a literary giant, shedding new light on the man behind the masterpieces that have become an integral part of our cultural heritage.

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