{"product_id":"the-infernal-world-of-branwell-bronte-by-daphne-du-maurier-rare-books","title":"The Infernal World of Branwell Brontë by Daphne du Maurier [rare books]","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"130\"\u003eThe Infernal World of Branwell Brontë\u003c\/em\u003e is a haunting and compassionate biography of the lesser-known Brontë sibling—Branwell Brontë, the only brother of Charlotte, Emily, and Anne. In this deeply researched and empathetic portrait, Daphne du Maurier explores Branwell’s early promise as a gifted writer and artist, his pivotal role in the Brontë siblings' imaginary worlds, and his tragic decline into addiction and despair. The book delves into his failed artistic pursuits, ill-fated love affair, and the pressures of living in the shadow of his more famous sisters. Du Maurier paints Branwell as a complex and sensitive figure, not merely the black sheep of the Brontë family, but a man haunted by genius, expectation, and psychological torment. This biography reads almost like a novel, combining historical accuracy with literary flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaphne du Maurier\u003c\/strong\u003e (1907–1989) was a renowned British novelist, biographer, and playwright, celebrated for her atmospheric storytelling and psychological depth. Best known for novels like \u003cem data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003eRebecca\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1175\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eJamaica Inn\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eMy Cousin Rachel\u003c\/em\u003e, she was also a skilled biographer and literary historian. In \u003cem data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eThe Infernal World of Branwell Brontë\u003c\/em\u003e, du Maurier turns her sharp narrative insight toward biography, exploring themes of creativity, failure, and mental anguish. Her fascination with misunderstood or overlooked figures is evident in this work, as she gives Branwell a voice often silenced in Brontë history. Du Maurier’s literary legacy continues to captivate readers through her compelling blend of mystery, emotion, and vivid character study.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45255601553594,"sku":"34M73BLKX-Used","price":49.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/1_c55cc63c-03fa-4f54-b063-95a223004f0d.jpg?v=1761066352","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/the-infernal-world-of-branwell-bronte-by-daphne-du-maurier-rare-books","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}