Bøker av Harry A Spurr

Alexandre Dumas was one of the most prolific and beloved writers of his time, and in this definitive biography, readers will learn about the life and times of this literary genius. From his humble beginnings to his rise to fame, this book is a fascinating look at the man behind the works that have captivated readers for generations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

A re-appraisal of the life and works of Dumas, the elder. The author attempts to rebut the critics of Dumas and to clarify the position of Dumas in French and world literature. The author had the benefit of assistance from Dumas's daughter-in-law.Contents: His Life and Character His Writings His Genius Appendices History and Fiction: A Comparison. Chronology of Dumas's Life Tabular Analysis of Dumas's Writings List of Books Consulted.