Ergebnis von "E.M Forster" in Alle Kategorien

First published in 1910, Howards End is considered by many to be Forster's greatest novel. Set at the beginning of the 20th century it follows the fortunes and interrelations between three family groups of differing backgrounds and outlooks. At the top of the money tree are the Wilcoxes who represent broadly materialism and an upper-class English archetype. The family has made money in the colonies and also have a property - Howards End - owned by the terminally-ill mother, Ruth Wilcox, who must decide how best to pass on the estate.

The Machine Stops is a captivating science fiction short story penned by E. M. Forster. Initially published in The Oxford and Cambridge Review in November 1909, this thought-provoking tale was later included in Forsters collection, The Eternal Moment and Other Stories, in 1928. Celebrated as one of the finest novellas up to 1965, it found its place in the popular anthology Modern Short Stories that same year. The narrative unfolds in a dystopian world where humanity has abandoned life on the Earths surface, with individuals confined to isolated underground cells. Here, they rely entirely on a ...

Lucy Honeychurch is a zesty young English woman living in the confines of Edwardian Britain. Whilst travelling in Italy, she meets the quirky George Emerson, who opens her eyes and arouses conflicting feelings. E.M. Forster’s 1908 “A Room with a View” explores themes of class, societal expectations, and the transformative power of true love, culminating in Lucy’s choice to embrace her heart over tradition.

When the young English widow Lilia Herriton takes off on the grand tour and along the way marries a penniless Italian, her in-laws are far from amused. That the marriage should fail and poor Lilia die tragically are only to be expected. But that Lilia should have had a baby - and that the baby should be raised as an Italian - are matters of grave concern to Philip Herriton, his dour sister Harriet, and their well-meaning friend Miss Abbott.

The Celestial Omnibus and Other Stories is a collection of short-stories which Forster wrote during the prewar years, most of which were symbolic fantasies or fables.

The best literary analysis of novels ever written.

Long hailed as one of the most brilliant and beloved authors of the Edwardian era, E.M. Forster's works have become among the most critically acclaimed and cherished novels of the past hundred years and have been adapted numerous times for the stage and screen. "A Room With a View" and "Howards End" are presented here in their original and unabridged formats, narrated by renowned audiobook performer Sara Nichols, best known for her readings of Charlotte Bronte's "Jane Eyre" and Willa Cather's Prairie Trilogy.

The story revolves around three disparate families: the idealistic Schlegels (consisting of Margaret, Helen and brother Tibby), the wealthy Wilcox family (parents Henry and Ruth and their children) and the impoverished Basts (Leonard and his wife Jacky). When the Wilcox family moves to London and discover they are living close to their new acquaintances the Schlegels, a friendship is kindled between the infirm Ruth Wilcox and Margaret Schlegel. Ruth - who has a strong attachment to her country house called Howards End - pens a note leaving the house to Margaret.

The most romantic literary lovers in history: Anne Elliot and Captain Wentworth. Lucy Honeychurch and George Emerson. Helen Graham and Gilbert Markham. Now, all three of their classic stories are collected in one volume: the Classic Romance Collection - Volume III featuring Jane Austen's "Persuasion," E.M. Forster's "A Room With a View," and Anne Brontë's "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall."

One of E.M. Forster's most beloved and critically-acclaimed works, "A Room With a View" follows the journeys—both abroad and romantically—of young Lucy Honeychurch, a British girl during the Edwardian era with a distinctly independent nature. On a trip to Italy, with her chaperone Miss Charlotte Bartlett in tow, Lucy encounters a Mr. Emerson and his son George.

A dystopian classic, The Eternal Moment is the titular title in Forster's classic collection of short stories, The Eternal Moment and Other Stories. It follows Ms Raby, Colonel Leyland, and Eustace on their journey through the Alps as spirits, animals, and sprites guide the reader on a journey through ideas of nature, freedom, and transformation.

This collection of short stories from E. M. Forster contains six tales that were initially written between 1903 and 1912. Many of these stories, including the modern classic 'The Machine Stops' - which is set in a world where humanity lives underground and relies on a giant machine to provide its needs - deal with science fiction and supernatural themes.

The Machine Stops is a science fiction short story by Edward Morgan Forster, published in 1909 in The Oxford and Cambridge Review. In a dystopia about a world where all human needs are satisfied by the Machine, the author predicted the emergence of such technological advances as long-distance air travel, the Internet and video conferencing.

First published in 1910, this classic tale of three very different and socially distant families, whose lives intertwine through chance encounter, still has the power to move and entertain us. The passionate and artistic Schlegels, with their idealism and compassion find themselves inextricably linked with the pragmatic and capable Wilcox family, through a series of events which change the course of their lives forever.

Experience the chilling dystopian world of E. M. Forster's The Machine Stops, narrated by the captivating voice of Mike Vendetti. This thought-provoking tale, first published in 1909, remains eerily relevant today. Don't miss this gripping audiobook that explores themes of technology, isolation, and the human spirit.

Discover the timeless charm of A Room with a View by E.M. Forster, narrated by Jamie Rodriguez. This literary classic follows the journey of Lucy Honeychurch, a young woman torn between societal expectations and her own desires, as she experiences the beauty and romance of Italy. Set against the stunning backdrop of Florence and the English countryside, Lucy embarks on a voyage of self-discovery, love, and defiance of societal norms.

A Room with a View, by E.M. Forster: Now in a lyrical Spanish translation. Embark on a journey to the heart of Tuscany and experience the charm of early 20th-century Italy with the Spanish edition of E.M. Forster’s timeless classic, A Room with a View. This beloved novel, which has delighted people for over a century, is now available in a fluent and elegant Spanish translation.

"Howard's End" by E.M. Forster is a timeless novel of class conflict, personal connections, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. This podcast examines the lives of the Schlegel sisters and their complex relationships with the wealthy Wilcox family. Explore themes of love, idealism, and the struggle for personal integrity in a society divided by wealth and status.

The story - one of Forster's darkest tales - revolves around a trip to India by British schoolmistress Adela Quested and her companion, Mrs. Moore. After meeting with a local physician, Dr. Aziz, the two visitors travel with him on a tour of the famous Marabar Caves. While exploring a dark cave alone, Adela is forced to fend off a mysterious attacker and Dr. Aziz - who became separated from the party - is accused of assault.