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E. Temple (Ernest Temple) Thurston
1879-1933
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Books by E. Temple (Ernest Temple) Thurston
The city of beautiful nonsense
"The City of Beautiful Nonsense" by E. Temple Thurston is a novel published in 1909. This best-selling work earned Thurston the label of sentimentalist, a designation he acknowledged himself. The novel's romantic appeal inspired two British film adaptations, one in 1919 and another in 1935. Thurston later wrote a sequel titled "The World of Wonderful Reality" in 1919, continuing the themes that made the original a commercial success despite criticism of its sentimentality.
Sally Bishop : $b A romance
"Sally Bishop: A Romance" by E. Temple Thurston is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the life of Sally Bishop, a young woman navigating the complexities of love and independence in London. The narrative is set against a backdrop of social commentary, exploring the challenges faced by women in a changing society. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of London's atmosphere as it tracks the exhaustion of clerks as they finish a long day of work. It introduces Sally, a dedicated typewriter at Bonsfield & Co., who draws the attention of a man who observes her from the street. Their first interaction hints at a budding connection fraught with tension, as she becomes aware of his pursuit while grappling with her own sense of independence. This initial encounter sets the tone for the narrative, establishing Sally's inner conflict between societal expectations and her personal desires, which is further explored as she reflects on her choices and aspirations.
The Green Bough
"The Green Bough" by E. Temple Thurston is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Mary Throgmorton, a woman portrayed as a figure of both duty and sacrifice, whose quiet existence in the quaint Devon village of Bridnorth unfolds against the backdrop of societal expectations of women during this period. The narrative explores themes of love, longing, and the constraints placed on women, shining a spotlight on Mary's inner conflict and desire for something deeper beyond her domestic life. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Mary and her three sisters, who each exhibit various responses to their roles as women in a confined society. Mary, in particular, stands out as she grapples with her sense of identity and purpose, frequently longing for a life filled with more excitement and meaning. The opening passages reflect on the weight of social conventions that bind women, using metaphorical imagery to describe Mary as a "monument" of tragic nobility set apart from the others. Through the dynamics of the Throgmorton family, the story sets the stage for Mary’s journey toward self-discovery and the awakening of her desires, hinting at the transformative events that her encounter with the outside world—and possibly a new romantic connection—may bring.
The Patchwork Papers
"The Patchwork Papers" by E. Temple Thurston is a collection of illustrated essays written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of beauty, memory, and the human experience, weaving together reflections on life through a series of narratives that reveal the author's insights into various characters and situations. Among those introduced are a little old pensioner who creates a patchwork quilt, and Bellwattle, a character with a deep maternal instinct and a love for plants. The opening of the work establishes a tone of introspection and sentimentality as the author reflects on beauty and truth in life. The narrative begins with an encounter with an elderly pensioner, who expresses her desire to create a quilt as a means of leaving behind a lasting memory, emphasizing the themes of connection and remembrance. There is a poignant dialogue between the narrator and the pensioner, revealing her determination to contribute something meaningful, suggesting that our thoughts keep the memory of loved ones alive. This initial chapter sets the stage for further explorations of human emotions and relationships throughout the collection, promising readers a rich tapestry of stories that meld the beautiful with the everyday.
The garden of resurrection : $b being the love story of an ugly man
"The Garden of Resurrection: Being the Love Story of an Ugly Man" by E. Temple Thurston is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a lonely, self-reflective man who grapples with his perception of ugliness and his longing for connection and love. This inner conflict plays out against the backdrop of various encounters with characters that prompt him to contemplate life, beauty, and the struggles of the human condition. At the start of the novel, the unnamed protagonist sits in a park, observing passersby, including an artisan with a narcissus flower and a nursemaid, whom he envies. Their moments of connection create a sense of longing within him that contrasts sharply with his own feelings of isolation and self-loathing. He reveals himself as an "ugly devil" who longs for the companionship that seems forever out of reach, particularly from women. The opening sets the stage for his exploration of relationships, love, and the significance of beauty in the human experience, suggesting a potentially transformative journey that hinges on his interactions with others, especially a character named Clarissa.
Suloisen järjettömyyden kaupunki
"Suloisen järjettömyyden kaupunki" by E. Temple Thurston is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story centers on John Grey, a writer living in modest circumstances above a vegetable shop in London, as he becomes entangled in a whimsical and romantic adventure. The narrative weaves together the lives of ordinary Londoners and injects their everyday existence with moments of chance, longing, and poetic absurdity. The novel is colored by themes of faith, poverty, human yearning, and the magical undercurrents of city life. The opening of the book introduces us to the quiet, secretive atmosphere of London on the eve of St. Joseph’s Day, drawing attention to a diverse congregation seeking solace and miracles at a candle-lit church altar. Among them are John Grey, the reflective and idealistic writer, and a mysterious young woman wrapped in a luxurious fur coat—both marked by poignant longings. Their moment of shared charity at the altar subtly entwines their fates. The story soon transitions to John’s humble lodgings atop Mrs. Meakin's lively vegetable shop, sketches his solitary, somewhat enigmatic life and humble ambitions, and follows his stroll through Kensington Gardens, where he reunites with the enigmatic woman. Here, their tentative connection deepens amid playful banter and city romance, hinting at the unfolding of a fairy-tale-like adventure.
Sydämen ääni : $b Romaani
"Sydämen ääni : Romaani" by E. Temple Thurston is a novel written in the early 20th century. It follows Sally Bishop, a young London typist, as she navigates wearisome office life, unsettling attention from a confident stranger, and a safe but loveless proposal from a respectable suitor, with themes of independence, desire, and social respectability in a foggy, modern city. The opening of the novel sets a moody London evening where Sally, exhausted after overtime at Bonsfield & Co., is watched from the street by Jack Traill, who later follows her onto a tram and presses a bold, teasing conversation that ends with an offensive “ten-pound” bet and Sally’s abrupt exit at Knightsbridge. At her Hammersmith boarding house she spars gently with her practical, skeptical roommate Janet Hallard about work, marriage, and the compromises of the stage. That night the house’s rising banker, Arthur Montagu, takes Sally for a riverside walk and proposes, offering comfort and status; she admits no love, promises only to think, rebuffs his request for a kiss, and later prays, conflicted. The scene then shifts to Traill: after a perfunctory dinner he encounters a worn former acquaintance and brings her to his rooms for talk, where her hopes of a place in his life surface as she begins suggesting how she would “warm” his cold bachelor flat.