{"title":"Peter Handel Richardson","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the literary works of \u003cstrong\u003ePeter Handel Richardson\u003c\/strong\u003e, an acclaimed author whose contributions to general fiction are celebrated for their depth and vivid storytelling. Known best for his remarkable novel \u003cem\u003eMaurice Guest\u003c\/em\u003e, Richardson crafts narratives that resonate with emotional intensity and keen psychological insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRichardson's writing delves into complex character relationships and poignant human experiences, all set against the backdrop of beautifully depicted settings. His storytelling is marked by a masterful blend of drama and introspection, appealing to readers who appreciate literary fiction that explores the intricacies of the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our collection of Peter Handel Richardson's works and immerse yourself in stories that promise both emotional engagement and intellectual stimulation. His books are a treasure trove for readers who relish the nuances of finely crafted fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"maurice-guest-by-peter-handel-richardson-9781922079473","title":"Maurice Guest","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaurice Guest\u003c\/em\u003e, Henry Handel Richardson's debut novel published in London in 1908, is set amidst the vibrant music scene of turn-of-the-century Leipzig, a cosmopolitan centre for the arts attracting students from across the globe. Among them is Maurice Guest, a young Englishman who becomes hopelessly enamoured with an Australian woman, Louise Dufrayer. This story chronicles the intensity of his overwhelming passion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInitially, the novel was considered too controversial for publication as Richardson intended. She was compelled to condense the manuscript by twenty thousand words and soften its language. Despite these changes, it remains a significant work that captures the reader's imagination. As Carmen Callil notes in her introduction, \u003cem\u003e\"It remains a great novel, one that, once it grasps your imagination, is impossible to put down for more than a moment, leading every reader into a dreamtime remembrance of the terrible pain the human heart is heir to.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46670930673900,"sku":"9781922079473","price":17.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9205853482872.jpg?v=1752791609"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/peter-handel-richardson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}