Joseph Payne Brennan byl americkým spisovatelem fantasy a hororové fikce a také básníkem. Jeho díla se vyznačovala temnou atmosférou a zkoumáním psychologických hlubin. Brennan mistrně proplétal prvky nadpřirozena s realistickými situacemi, čímž vytvářel poutavé a znepokojivé příběhy. Celý život se věnoval psaní poezie i prózy, zanechávaje tak rozsáhlé literární dědictví.
Set against the backdrop of World War II, the story follows Olli Turner, a dockyard man who stows away on the RMS Queen Elizabeth, a ship that symbolizes his sexual awakening. What begins as a short voyage to Southampton quickly transforms into a perilous journey across the Atlantic. As Olli navigates the dangers of war and seeks belonging among soldiers, he becomes embroiled in a complex struggle that intertwines personal desires with the broader chaos of conflict.
Set against a richly crafted backdrop, this atmospheric whodunit captivates with its intricate plot and engaging characters. The story unfolds with a series of mysterious events that challenge the protagonist to uncover the truth. As tension builds, readers are drawn into a web of intrigue, making it a compelling read for fans of mystery and suspense.
Studies the work of Thomas Mann as a representative of German culture whose writings reveal a speculative imagination of far reaching dimensions with the quality of synthesis. Looks at his concept of the relationship between disease and genius.
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