Elizabeth von Arnim

La joven e inocente Lucy Entwhistle conoce al viudo Everard Wemyss. Cuando pasados unos días le pide matrimonio, Lucy, confundida y desamparada, acepta. Sin embargo, una sombra creciente empaña su felicidad: el fantasma de Vera, la primera esposa de Wemys

Lo mejor del humor británico y de la novela romántica. «Para aquellos que aprecian las glicinias y el sol. Se alquila pequeño castillo medieval italiano durante el mes de abril.» Un lugar encantador

De la autora de «Vera». Todo el mundo adora a Milly, la mujer de Ernest Bott. Y es que es la esposa ideal: encantadora, amable, dulce y complaciente, nunca ha dado ningún problema a su marido ni h

De la autora de «Vera», «Expiación» y «Todos los perros de mi vida».«El amor no es decente. El amor es glorioso y desvergonzado».Una viuda y un joven se conocen en el Londres de principios del siglo

Un clásico imprescindible de la literatura sobre perros. Además de ser una autobiografía muy original con ritmo de novela, también es un homenaje al mejor amigo del ser humano. Von Arnim repasa su vida a traves de los perros que la acompañaron. Se trata d

Una tarda grisa i humida de febrer, com totes les de l’hivern londinenc, la senyora Wilkins, que fullejava The Times, es va trobar un anunci discret: «Es lloga un castell italià moblat, només durant

In "Mr. Skeffington," Elizabeth Von Arnim crafts a sharp and poignant exploration of beauty, love, and the complexities of human relationships in post-World War I society. Through the eyes of the glamorous and aging protagonist, Fanny Skeffington, the narrative reveals the intertwining themes of self-worth and societal expectations. Von Arnims elegant prose and rich character portrayals draw readers into a world where superficial appearances clash with deeper emotional realities, emphasizing the societal pressures women faced during the early 20th century. The literary style is marked by wit and irony, reflecting the authors keen observational humor and timely insights into the life of a woman navigating her waning desirability in a materialistic world. Elizabeth Von Arnim, a notable figure of the literary modernist movement, was born in Australia but spent much of her life in England and on the continent. Influenced by her own experiences with love, society, and personal identity, Von Arnim wrote "Mr. Skeffington" as a response to her observations on femininity and the societal constructs surrounding beauty. Her ability to dissect these themes is a testament to her own struggles, particularly in the wake of World War I, where traditional gender roles were being reexamined. "Mr. Skeffington" is a compelling read for those intrigued by literature that merges social commentary with the nuances of personal relationships. It invites readers to reflect on their perceptions of beauty and the often-unforgiving nature of societal standards. This remarkable novel is not only a reflection of its time but also an enduring examination of the human condition, making it a must-read for modern audiences.

In Christopher and Columbus, Elizabeth Von Arnim weaves a tale of adventure, self-discovery, and the humorous absurdities of societal expectations, framed through the experiences of two young women embarking on a journey across Europe. The novel is characterized by its sharp social commentary, wit, and light-hearted dialogue, all while capturing the nuances of early 20th-century attitudes towards travel and womenAos independence. Von Arnim employs a blend of realism and irony that invites readers to reflect on the constraints of their own lives and the liberating potential of adventure. Elizabeth Von Arnim, a key figure in early modernist literature, was known for her keen observations of European society, as well as her own unconventional life. Born in Australia and raised in Germany, her experiences traversing different cultures and her critical perspective on societys norms undoubtedly influenced the creation of Christopher and Columbus. Often drawing from her own life, including her struggles and triumphs as a woman writer in a male-dominated field, Von Arnim captures the longing for freedom and the search for identity in her characters. This enchanting novel is recommended for readers who enjoy a blend of humor and thought-provoking themes. Von Arnims narrative brilliance makes this a delightful exploration of friendship, adventure, and the pursuit of personal freedom, keeping the reader engaged from start to finish.

Al poco tiempo de publicarse, en 1898, esta breve novela se convirtió en un gran éxito de ventas, hasta el punto de que su autora, que en realidad se llamaba Mary Annette Beauchamp, firmó toda su produccion posterior con el nombre de Elizabeth von Arnim. Ambientada en un jardin de la region alemana de Pomerania, la novela es el relato en primera persona de una joven mujer que ve en las plantas y en los arboles una imagen de feliz rebeldia en contra de las reglas sociales de su tiempo. Casada con un noble prusiano, a quien vamos a conocer como el hombre airado, Elizabeth sabe que, puertas adentro, la esperan un sinfin de criados a los que hay que orientar, unas comidas interminables con huespedes aburridos, unos muebles austeros que comen luz y crian polvo. Fuera, en cambio, esta su jardin, estan los libros que ella ama leer sentada en la hierba y estan sus tres hijas pequeñas, que comparten con ella este paraiso terrenal. Este espacio consagrado a la naturaleza se convierte asi en un lugar de libertad y reflexion, un territorio donde el placer anda del brazo de la vida, y donde el talento de Von Arnim se expresa con sus mejores armas.

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The Enchanted April is a 1922 novel by British writer Elizabeth von Arnim. The work was inspired by a month-long holiday to the Italian Riviera, probably the most widely read (as an English and American best seller in 1923) and perhaps the lightest and most ebullient of her novels. Von Arnim wrote and set the book in the 15th century Castello Brown. Critic Terence de Vere White credited The Enchanted April with making the Italian resort of Portofino fashionable.Elizabeth von Arnim (31 August 1866 9 February 1941), born Mary Annette Beauchamp, was an English novelist. Born in Australia, she married a German aristocrat, and her earliest works are set in Germany. Her first marriage made her Countess von Arnim-Schlagenthin and her second Elizabeth Russell, Countess Russell. After her first husbands death, she had a three-year affair with the writer H. G. Wells, then later married Frank Russell, elder brother of the Nobel prize-winner and philosopher Bertrand Russell. She was a cousin of the New Zealand-born writer Katherine Mansfield. Though known in early life as May, her first book introduced her to readers as Elizabeth, which she eventually became friends and finally to family. Her writings are ascribed to Elizabeth von Arnim. She used the pseudonym Alice Cholmondeley for only one novel, Christine, published in 1917.

Mrs Wilkins and Mrs Arbuthnot, cowed and neglected by their husbands, make a daring plan: they will have a holiday. Leaving a drab and rainy London one April and arriving on the shores of the Mediterranean, they discover a flower-filled paradise of beauty, warmth and leisure. Joined by the beautiful Lady Caroline and domineering Mrs Fisher, also in flight from the burdens of their daily lives, the four women proceed to transform themselves and their prospects.

Elizabeth von Arnim (31 August 1866 9 February 1941), born Mary Annette Beauchamp, was an Australian-born British novelist. By marriage she became Grafin (Countess) von Arnim-Schlagenthin, and by a second marriage, Countess Russell. Although known in her early life as Mary, after the publication of her first book, she was known to her readers, eventually to her friends, and finally even to her family as Elizabeth[1] and she is now invariably referred to as Elizabeth von Arnim. She also wrote under the pen name Alice Cholmondeley (font: Wikipedia)

El repaso de la vida amorosa de una bellísima mujer es a la vez su reencuentro con sus propias debilidades.La bellísima Fanny Skeffngton lleva años sin acordarse de su ex marido. Pero, a punto de cumplir los 50 y, recuperandose de una grave enfermedad, comienza a evocarlo con involuntaria existencia. La imagen vaga de su antiguo esposo se alterna con la de muchos de sus amantes, con quienes vuelve a encontrarse. Estos caballeros son la viva imagen del tiempo que pasa y a nadie perdona, ni siquiera a Fanny. Es a traves de su decadencia que Fanny asume por fn sus propias arrugas y comprende que tendra que empezar a negociar con el mundo sin poder ya utilizar su belleza como moneda de cambio. Luego, de repente, un fantasma vuelve del pasado: es Mr. Skeffngton, mas pobre, mas viejo y... completamente ciego. Renace asi una relacion peculiar donde se revela el aspecto mas generoso y humano de Fanny.Tras la buena acogida de los primeros dos titulos Elizabeth Von Arnim en el catalogo de Lumen, he aqui una novela mas extensa, por primera vez traducida al castellano.Un rescate que es un portento de sensibilidad y por eso absolutamente actual.

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