Grant Allen - Books and biography

In "The Beckoning Hand: Compendium," Grant Allen weaves a captivating tapestry of interconnected short stories that delve into the complexities of human emotion, desire, and ambition. Employing a distinctive...

In "Science in Arcady," Grant Allen beautifully weaves together the themes of nature, science, and philosophy, presenting a series of essays that celebrate the intersection of humanity and the natural...

In "An African Millionaire: Episodes in the Life of the Illustrious Colonel Clay," Grant Allen weaves a captivating collection of interconnected tales revolving around the cunning and enigmatic character...

Grant Allen's 'The Colour-Sense: Its Origin and Development' is a groundbreaking work that delves into the evolution of color perception in humans. Published in 1879, Allen's book explores the scientific...

In "Miss Cayley's Adventures," Grant Allen presents an engaging narrative that intricately weaves elements of adventure, romance, and social critique within the backdrop of late Victorian England. The...

At a period earlier than the dawn of written history there lived somewhere among the great table-lands and plains of Central Asia a race known to us only by the uncertain name of Aryans. These Aryans...

In "The British Barbarians," Grant Allen presents a provocative exploration of the collision between civilization and primitivism in Victorian society. Set in the late 19th century, the narrative follows...

In "The British Barbarians," Grant Allen weaves a thought-provoking narrative that deftly intertwines elements of social critique and speculative fiction. Set against the backdrop of a fictitious encounter...

In "Moorland Idylls," Grant Allen invites readers into a richly-detailed exploration of rural life in the English moors, blending vivid natural descriptions with insightful character studies. The work...

In "Michael's Crag," Grant Allen crafts a poignant exploration of human emotion and the complexities of love. Set against the backdrop of the rugged Canadian landscape, the narrative follows the character...

In "Blood Royal," Grant Allen weaves a gripping narrative steeped in the murky realms of identity, heritage, and the darker aspects of human nature. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century societal...

In "Recalled to Life," Grant Allen masterfully weaves a gripping narrative that intertwines elements of mystery, romance, and philosophical inquiry. Set against the backdrop of the late 19th century,...

In "Post-Prandial Philosophy," Grant Allen offers a thought-provoking exploration of human existence that intertwines whimsical observations with profound philosophical inquiries. The essays, characterized...

In Grant Allen's 'Colin Clout's Calendar: The Record of a Summer, April-October,' the reader is taken on a journey through the natural world over the course of six months. Written in a descriptive and...

In "Ivan Greet's Masterpiece," Grant Allen crafts a captivating narrative that intertwines themes of artistic ambition, societal expectations, and the tension between reality and aspiration. Set against...

Grant Allen's 'County and Town in England Together with some Annals of Churnside' is a captivating exploration of English rural life and the dynamics between county and town. Written in a straightforward...

In "Biographies of Working Men," Grant Allen presents a compelling and nuanced exploration of the lives and struggles of the working class during the late 19th century. Through a series of biographical...

In "Wednesday the Tenth, A Tale of the South Pacific," Grant Allen masterfully weaves a narrative that combines adventure, romance, and social commentary set against the lush backdrop of the South Pacific...

In "The Beckoning Hand: The Gold Wulfric," Grant Allen weaves a compelling narrative that explores themes of adventure, mystery, and the moral complexities of human ambition. Set against the breathtaking...

In "Biographies of Working Men," Grant Allen employs a distinctive narrative style that interweaves biographical sketches with sociopolitical commentary, illuminating the lives of laborers in late 19th-century...

In "Biographies of Working Men," Grant Allen compiles a compelling collection of essays that delve into the lives and experiences of the laboring classes during the late 19th century. Using a blend of...

Lois Cayley is an intelligent, young, attractive and independent woman who is forced to face the world on her own after the death of her stepfather. Since there is nothing left to stop her, she decides...

J. Arbuthnot Wilson is about to spend a memorable New Year's Eve. He and the group he is travelling with were going to visit the sealed pyramid of Abu Yilla on the next day but Wilson is so impatient...

Grant Allen's "Charles Darwin" is not an ordinary biography. It is a book about the life of one of the most significant and important people of the 19th century. It depicts the personal development of...

In "Paris," Grant Allen captures the vibrant essence of the French capital at the turn of the 20th century, blending travelogue and sociocultural commentary with a distinctive narrative style. The text...

Jerry Stokes is a hangman in Kingston. One day, he refuses to hang a convicted murderer because he is not so convinced that the man is actually guilty. This is the first time in his life that he rebels,...

Hilda Wade is a nurse working for the famous doctor Hubert Cumberledge. He admires Hilda and their friendship grows stronger with every passing day. Hilda's past and her future goals are however shrouded...

It is Christmas time and Maisie Llewelyn is invited as a guest to Wolverden Hall. She does not know anybody there but she quickly befriends two girls. She meets them in the nearby church whose tower was...

In "Hilda Wade, a Woman with Tenacity of Purpose," Grant Allen intertwines elements of mystery and adventure within a richly woven narrative that reflects the late Victorian preoccupation with gender...

Grant Allen's 'Ivan Greet's Masterpiece' is a captivating novel that delves into the world of art and the complexities of human relationships. Written in the late 19th century, Allen's literary style...