Grant Allen (1) (1848–1899)
Auteur de An African Millionaire: Episodes in the Life of the Illustrious Colonel Clay
Pour les autres auteurs qui s'appellent Grant Allen, voyez la page de désambigüisation.
A propos de l'auteur
Crédit image: Portrait of Grant Allen from "Memoires", by Edward Clodd (1916)
Séries
Œuvres de Grant Allen
Steampunk Six Pack - Gulliver's Travels Part IV, Hans Pfaall, From the Earth to the Moon, In the Year 2889, From The… (2015) 6 exemplaires
Twelve Tales 5 exemplaires
The jaws of death 5 exemplaires
At Market Value 4 exemplaires
Paris 4 exemplaires
The Colour-Sense: Its Origin and Development 3 exemplaires
The Thames Valley Catastrophe, and My New Year's Eve Among the Mummies (Dodo Press) (2008) 3 exemplaires
Delphi Collected Works of Grant Allen (Illustrated) (Delphi Series Eight Book 23) (2017) 3 exemplaires
Flashlights on nature 3 exemplaires
The duchess of Powysland 3 exemplaires
Individualism and Socialism 2 exemplaires
Tom, unlimited, by Martin Leach Warborough 2 exemplaires
The European Tour 2 exemplaires
Short Science Fiction Collection 051 2 exemplaires
Cities of Northern Italy Vol 1 2 exemplaires
County and Town in England 2 exemplaires
Dumaresq's daughter 2 exemplaires
The Cruise of the Albatross 2 exemplaires
The devil's die 2 exemplaires
For Maimie’s sake : a tale of love and dynamite 2 exemplaires
Side Lights 1 exemplaire
Grant Allen's Historical Guides, Paris 1 exemplaire
Florence (Volume 1) 1 exemplaire
Rosalba 1 exemplaire
Spencer and Darwin 1 exemplaire
The reluctant hangman and other stories of crime 1 exemplaire
Ivan Greet's Masterpiece and Other Stories 1 exemplaire
Miss Cayley 9 The Magnificent Maharajah 1 exemplaire
Ivan Greet's masterpiece 1 exemplaire
Plain words on the woman question 1 exemplaire
An army doctor's romance 1 exemplaire
Kalee's shrine 1 exemplaire
A living apparition 1 exemplaire
Dr. Pallisers' patient 1 exemplaire
The sole trustee 1 exemplaire
Paris, in Two Volumes, Volume I 1 exemplaire
John Creedy 1 exemplaire
The incidental bishop 1 exemplaire
Sir Theodore's guest, and the other stories 1 exemplaire
The backslider 1 exemplaire
A Bride From the Desert 1 exemplaire
Paris, in Two Volumes, Volume II 1 exemplaire
Oeuvres associées
The Natural History of Selborne (1789) — Directeur de publication, quelques éditions — 954 exemplaires
Victorian Tales of Mystery and Detection: An Oxford Anthology (1991) — Contributeur — 173 exemplaires
Isaac Asimov Presents the Best Science Fiction of the 19th Century (1981) — Contributeur — 136 exemplaires
The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes: A Collection of Victorian Detective Tales (2008) — Contributeur — 107 exemplaires
Science fiction by the rivals of H.G. Wells: Thirty stories and a complete novel (1979) — Contributeur; Contributeur — 63 exemplaires
Frankenstein Dreams: A Connoisseur's Collection of Victorian Science Fiction (The Connoisseur's Collections) (2017) — Contributeur — 61 exemplaires
Science Fiction by Gaslight: A History and Anthology of Science Fiction in the Popular Magazines, 1891-1911 (1968) — Contributeur, quelques éditions — 52 exemplaires
The Valancourt Book of Victorian Christmas Ghost Stories, Volume Two (2017) — Contributeur — 51 exemplaires
The End of the World: Classic Tales of Apocalyptic Science Fiction (2010) — Contributeur — 50 exemplaires
Scientific Romance: An International Anthology of Pioneering Science Fiction (2016) — Contributeur — 16 exemplaires
The Lady Sleuths MEGAPACK ®: 20 Modern and Classic Tales of Female Detectives (2014) — Contributeur — 15 exemplaires
The Origins of Science Fiction (Oxford World's Classics Hardback Collection) (2022) — Contributeur — 9 exemplaires
Out of the Sand: Mummies, Pyramids, and Egyptology in Classic Science Fiction and Fantasy (2008) — Contributeur — 5 exemplaires
Botanica Delira: More Stories of Strange, Undiscovered, and Murderous Vegetation (2010) — Contributeur — 2 exemplaires
Wakacje Wśród Duchów — Contributeur — 1 exemplaire
Étiqueté
Partage des connaissances
- Nom légal
- Allen, Charles Grant Blairfindie
- Autres noms
- Rayner, Olive Pratt
Power, Cecil
Warborough, Martin Leach
Wilson, J. Arbuthnot - Date de naissance
- 1848-02-24
- Date de décès
- 1899-10-25
- Sexe
- male
- Nationalité
- UK
- Lieu de naissance
- Alwington, Ontario, Canada
- Lieu du décès
- Hindhead, Surrey, England, UK
- Lieux de résidence
- Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Hindhead, Haslemere, Surrey, England, UK - Études
- King Edward's School, Birmingham, England
Oxford University (Merton College) - Professions
- writer
professor
author
Membres
Critiques
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Prix et récompenses
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Statistiques
- Œuvres
- 112
- Aussi par
- 42
- Membres
- 775
- Popularité
- #32,829
- Évaluation
- 3.6
- Critiques
- 14
- ISBN
- 539
- Langues
- 4
From the very first pages, the reader is transported to the enchanting waterways of Venice. Allen's prose flows effortlessly, mirroring the gentle sway of the gondolas gliding through the canals. His love for the city is evident in every word, making it impossible not to be swept away by his enthusiasm.
What sets Allen's Venice apart from other travel accounts is his ability to blend historical context with contemporary (published in 1902 - Author died in 1899 at age 51) observations. He effortlessly delves into the city's rich past, highlighting its influence on art, literature, and architecture. Readers are treated to fascinating anecdotes about the likes of Titian, Canaletto, and Casanova, whose spirits seem to linger in every corner of Venice.
The author's keen eye for detail brings the city to life on the page. From the intricate design of St. Mark's Basilica to the crumbling beauty of the Venetian palaces, Allen's vivid descriptions paint a vivid picture that leaves no stone unturned. He masterfully captures the interplay of light and water, conjuring images of reflections dancing on the shimmering canals, as if inviting the reader to step into the scene.
One of the highlights of Allen's work is his exploration of the Venetian way of life. He takes the reader beyond the typical tourist hotspots, offering glimpses into the everyday routines of the city's inhabitants. From the bustling Rialto Market to the serene tranquility of hidden squares, the author uncovers the true essence of Venetian existence.
However, there are moments when the narrative becomes slightly meandering, with tangents that may distract some readers. While these detours offer intriguing insights, they occasionally disrupt the overall flow of the book. Additionally, a few more practical tips for travelers would have been a welcome addition to help navigate the labyrinthine streets and canal-crossing logistics of the city.
Nonetheless, Venice by Grant Allen is an enchanting tribute to a city unlike any other. Whether you have visited Venice or dream of doing so, this book will transport you on a delightful journey through the cobblestone alleys, beneath the picturesque bridges, and across the shimmering lagoons. Allen's passion for the subject shines through every page, leaving readers with a profound appreciation for the timeless allure of Venice.… (plus d'informations)