Memoirs of My Dead Life

by George Moore

Overview

"Memoirs of My Dead Life" by George Moore is a poignant autobiographical fiction that delves into the complexities of Victorian Dublin, offering readers a psychological exploration of love, identity, and despair. Set in Ireland, particularly in the bustling city of Dublin, Moore's memoirs provide a vivid portrayal of the social and cultural landscape of the era. Through a lens of modernism and existentialism, Moore navigates the intricate web of human emotions, weaving a tale of romance and tragedy amidst the backdrop of Victorian society. His introspective narrative offers profound insights into the nature of love and the struggle to define one's identity in a rapidly changing world. As a work of social commentary, "Memoirs of My Dead Life" confronts the existential despair that permeates the human condition, shedding light on the inner turmoil of individuals grappling with their place in society. Moore's exploration of psychological themes adds depth and complexity to the memoir, making it a compelling read for those interested in literature that delves into the depths of the human psyche and the existential challenges of existence.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789363053618
Publisher:	Double 9 Books
Publication date:	06/01/2024
Pages:	210
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.48(d)

About the Author

George Moore, whose full name is George Augustus Moore, was an Irish author and man of letters. He was born on February 24, 1852, in Ballyglass, County Mayo, and passed away in London, England, on January 21, 1933. He was formerly regarded as a pioneer in the field of fiction, but his significance has diminished with time. Moore hailed from a wealthy Irish Catholic landowner family. He moved to Paris to pursue his dream of becoming a painter when he was 21. Edouard Manet and Moore got along well, and the artist drew three portraits of Moore. His first autobiography, Confessions of a Young Man, is another account of the years in Paris in which he introduced the younger generation in England to his interpretation of fin de siècle decadence (1888). He was one of the earliest English-language naturalist writers to learn from the French realists. The literary critic and biographer Richard Elman claims that Moore's writings had an impact on James Joyce. Moore's work is frequently recognized as the first great contemporary Irish novelist, despite occasionally being seen as being outside the mainstream of both Irish and British literature.