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Clara Louise Burnham

    Clara Louise Burnham byla plodná americká autorka, jejíž díla se vyznačovala humorem a vhledem. Psala o tématech, která rezonovala s širokým publikem, ačkoli se některé její romány ponořily do duchovních témat, jako je křesťanská věda. Její schopnost vytvářet živé postavy a poutavé příběhy jí zajistila značnou popularitu a její práce byly dokonce adaptovány pro divadlo a film. Burnham zanechala významnou literární stopu díky svému mistrovství v narativu a hlubokému porozumění lidské povaze.

    Jewel
    The Inner Flame
    Sweet Clover
    Wenonah's Stories for Children
    The Queen of Farrandale
    The Opened Shutters
    • The Opened Shutters

      • 288 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení
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      Clara Louise Burnham was a prolific American novelist known for her works such as No Gentlemen and A Sane Lunatic, among others. She was the daughter of composer George Frederick Root and contributed lyrics to several of his cantatas. Her literary career spanned from the 1880s to the early 1900s, culminating in the 1923 film adaptation of her novel Jewel: A Chapter in Her Life. Born in Massachusetts, Burnham spent her later years in Maine, where she passed away in 1927.

      The Opened Shutters
    • The Queen of Farrandale

      • 204 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení

      Clara Louise Burnham was a prolific American novelist known for her impactful works, starting with her 1881 debut, No Gentlemen. She authored several notable novels throughout her career, including A Sane Lunatic and The Mistress of Beech Knoll. In addition to her fiction, she contributed lyrics to many successful cantatas by her father, George Frederick Root. Her novel Jewel inspired the 1923 film A Chapter in Her Life. Burnham's literary legacy reflects her significant contributions to American literature in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

      The Queen of Farrandale
    • Wenonah's Stories for Children

      with Warren Proctor

      • 86 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení

      Clara Louise Burnham was an influential American novelist known for her diverse body of work, including notable titles such as No Gentlemen and A Sane Lunatic. She was also the daughter of composer George Frederick Root, contributing lyrics to his cantatas. Her literary legacy includes a film adaptation based on her novel Jewel. Born in Massachusetts and later residing in Maine, Burnham's career spanned several decades, showcasing her talent and versatility in storytelling.

      Wenonah's Stories for Children
    • Sweet Clover

      A Romance of the White City

      • 304 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      Clara Louise Burnham was an influential American novelist known for her notable works in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including "No Gentlemen" and "Jewel: A Chapter in Her Life," which inspired a 1923 film adaptation. Daughter of composer George Frederick Root, she also contributed to his cantatas. Her literary career reflects a diverse range of themes and characters, showcasing her impact on American literature. Burnham's life spanned from Massachusetts to her final years in Maine, where she passed away in 1927.

      Sweet Clover
    • The Inner Flame

      • 310 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      Clara Louise Burnham was an influential American novelist known for her works in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including notable titles like No Gentlemen and A Sane Lunatic. She was also the daughter of composer George Frederick Root, contributing lyrics to his popular cantatas. Her literary legacy includes the 1903 novel Jewel, which inspired the 1923 film A Chapter in Her Life. Burnham spent her later years in Maine, where she passed away in 1927, leaving behind a rich collection of novels that reflect her era's social themes.

      The Inner Flame
    • Jewel

      A Chapter in Her Life

      • 276 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení

      Clara Louise Burnham was a prolific American novelist known for her notable works, including No Gentlemen and Jewel: A Chapter in Her Life, which inspired a 1923 film adaptation. She was also the daughter of composer George Frederick Root, contributing lyrics to his successful cantatas. Burnham's literary career spanned several decades, producing a range of novels that reflect her insights into society and relationships. Born in Massachusetts, she spent her later years in Maine, where she passed away in 1927.

      Jewel
    • The Queen of Farrandale; A Novel

      in large print

      • 316 stránek
      • 12 hodin čtení

      The book is a reproduction of a historical work presented in large print, catering specifically to individuals with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a house dedicated to making historical texts more accessible, this edition emphasizes readability while preserving the original content.

      The Queen of Farrandale; A Novel
    • Jewel; A Chapter in Her Life

      in large print

      • 352 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      The book is a reproduction of a historical work, published by Megali, which focuses on making literature accessible for individuals with impaired vision through large print. This initiative highlights the importance of inclusivity in reading and preserves significant texts for future generations.

      Jewel; A Chapter in Her Life
    • In Apple-Blossom Time

      A Fairy-Tale to Date

      • 186 stránek
      • 7 hodin čtení

      Clara Louise Burnham was a prolific American novelist known for her diverse works, starting with her successful debut, No Gentlemen, in 1881. Her literary contributions include titles such as A Sane Lunatic and The Mistress of Beech Knoll. Additionally, she collaborated with her father, George Frederick Root, on several cantatas. Burnham's influence extended to film, with her 1903 novel Jewel inspiring the 1923 movie A Chapter in Her Life. She spent her final years in Maine, where she passed away in 1927.

      In Apple-Blossom Time
    • This novel tells the story of a boy raised by a cruel uncle after his mother's death. When vacationers discover him on a Maine island, they are inspired by their faith in God to rescue him and help him find a better life.

      The Key Note