Half a Hero A Novel

by Anthony Hope

Overview

"Half a Hero: A Novel" by Anthony Hope is a delightful work of fiction that combines adventure, romance, comedy, and satire to weave a captivating tale of heroism and identity. Set within society's confines, the novel explores the complexities of dual personalities and the intrigue that arises from hidden secrets. As the plot unfolds, readers are drawn into a world filled with humor and deception, where love and character development play pivotal roles in shaping the narrative. Through witty satire, Hope sheds light on societal norms and expectations, offering a humorous yet insightful commentary on human nature. At its core, "Half a Hero" delves into the theme of heroism, challenging conventional notions of what it means to be a hero. With a cast of characters navigating the intricacies of dual personality and societal pressures, the novel keeps readers engaged as they unravel the mysteries and uncover the truths hidden beneath the surface. Through its blend of adventure, romance, and comedy, "Half a Hero" offers readers an entertaining and thought-provoking journey into the realms of identity, intrigue, and the pursuit of heroism within society's constraints.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789362209047
Publisher:	Double 9 Books
Publication date:	03/01/2024
Pages:	194
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.45(d)

About the Author

Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins, as Anthony Hope (9 February 1863 - 8 July 1933), was a British novelist and playwright. He was a prolific writer, particularly of adventure stories, yet he is best known for only two works: The Prisoner of Zenda (1894) and its sequel Rupert of Hentzau (1898). These writings, considered "minor classics" of English literature, are set in the contemporaneous fictional kingdom of Ruritania and gave rise to the Ruritanian romance genre, which includes books set in fictional European places comparable to the novels. Zenda has inspired numerous adaptations, most notably the 1937 Hollywood film of the same name and the 1952 remake. Hope attended St John's School, Leatherhead, Marlborough College, and Balliol College, Oxford. In an intellectually distinguished career at Oxford, he earned first-class honours in Classical Moderations (Literis Graecis et Latinis) in 1882 and Literae Humaniores ('Greats') in 1885. Hope studied law and became a barrister in 1887, when the Middle Temple called him to the Bar. He studied under the future Liberal Prime Minister H. H. Asquith, who saw him as a potential barrister but was disillusioned by his decision to pursue a career in writing.