Bøger af Michael Arlen

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The London Venture by Michael Arlen. This book is a reproduction of the original book published in 1920 and may have some imperfections such as marks or hand-written notes.

Michael Arlen (1895 - 1956), was an Armenian essayist, short story writer, novelist, playwright, and scriptwriter, who had his greatest successes in the 1920s while living and writing in England. Although Arlen is most famous for his satirical romances set in English smart society, he also wrote gothic horror and psychological thrillers, for instance "The Gentleman from America", which was filmed in 1956 as a television episode for Alfred Hitchcock's TV series Alfred Hitchcock Presents. In this book: Ghost Stories The London Venture The Romantic Lady

Additional Contributing Authors Include Aldous Huxley, Richard Hughes, Osbert Sitwell, And Many Others.

The London Venture is a novel written by Michael Arlen and published in 1920. The story is set in London and follows the life of a young man named Alexis, who is trying to make his way in the world. Alexis is an ambitious and talented artist who dreams of becoming famous and successful. He is also deeply in love with a beautiful woman named Hilda, who is the daughter of a wealthy businessman.As Alexis struggles to establish himself as an artist, he becomes involved in a series of adventures and romantic escapades. He meets a variety of interesting characters, including a famous actress, a wealthy socialite, and a group of bohemian artists. Along the way, he must confront his own fears and insecurities, as well as the challenges of life in early 20th century London.The London Venture is a vivid portrayal of London society in the early 20th century, with its mix of glamour, decadence, and artistic creativity. Arlen's writing is characterized by a rich and evocative prose style, as well as a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of human nature. The novel is both a compelling story of love and adventure, as well as a powerful commentary on the human condition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The London Venture, has been considered important throughout human history. In an effort to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to secure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for both current and future generations. This complete book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not scans of the authors' original publications, the text is readable and clear.

The Green Hat perfectly reflects the atmosphere of the 1920s-the post-war fashion for verbal smartness, youthful cynicism, and the spirit of rebellion of the "bright young things" of Mayfair. Iris Storm, femme fatale, races around London and Europe in her yellow Hispano-Suiza surrounded by romantic intrigue, but beneath the glamour she is destined to be a tragic heroine. A perfect synecdoche, in fact: as the hat is to the woman, so the words of the title are to an entire literary style. The success of the novel when it was first published in 1924 let to its adaptation for the screen, with Greta Garbo starring as Iris Storm.

The London Venture is a novel written by Michael Arlen and published in 1920. The story takes place in London during the early 20th century and follows the life of a young man named Harry Gordon. Harry is a struggling writer who is trying to make a name for himself in the literary world. He is ambitious and determined to succeed, but he is also naive and inexperienced.Harry's life takes a dramatic turn when he meets a wealthy and influential woman named Lady Massulam. Lady Massulam takes an interest in Harry and offers to help him with his writing career. She introduces him to the world of high society and gives him access to the best publishers and editors in London.As Harry becomes more successful, he begins to realize that Lady Massulam has ulterior motives. She is using him for her own purposes and is not interested in his well-being. Harry must navigate the treacherous waters of high society and learn to stand up for himself if he wants to succeed on his own terms.The London Venture is a captivating novel that explores the themes of ambition, love, and betrayal. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of London society during the early 20th century and is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Living-Room War is Arlen's valiant - and entertaining - attempt to figure out exactly what television does to us. This timeless collection of essays provides a poetic look at 1960s television culture, ranging from the Vietnam war to Captain Kangaroo, from the 1968 Democratic convention to televised sports.