Cyrus townsend brady biography sample
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The Patriots
The plot is about a man, Reg Mills, trying to come to terms with a money-driven and morally ambiguous society after witnessing the sheer brutality of the Second World War as a paratrooper. In other words, Mills feels out of place in a world radically different from the one he is so familiar with and which, in a way, he personifies throughout the novel. In some moments of pure genius and inspiration, the narrative is beautifully told as if Mill's life, crimes and ultimate tragedy is all one big battle with military terminology. In this manner, the author's writing poetically encapsulates Mill's philosophy of life, him against the world, the world he had so recently (for the book was published in 1960) fought to save.
This is a book which deserves more critical attention and love from the general readersh
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By the World Forgot
In 'By the World Forgot,' Cyrus Townsend Brady crafts a mesmerizing tale that melds adventure with the themes of isolation and resilience. Set against the backdrop of a forgotten island, the narrative employs a richly descriptive literary style, reminiscent of the romanticism of the late 19th century. Brady'Äôs intricate characterizations and vivid imagery transport readers into a landscape both haunting and beautiful, inviting deep reflections on humanity's inherent drive for survival amidst desolation. The novel'Äôs exploration of existential themes is layered with a sense of nostalgia, appealing to both adventure enthusiasts and readers interested in philosophical undertones. Cyrus Townsend Brady, a distinguished American author and journalist known for his interest in history and the outdoors, draws upon his experiences and rich imagination to bring this story to life. His eclectic background as a naval officer and his deep-seated passion for adventure li
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Recollections of a Missionary in the Great West
Cyrus Townsend Brady (1861 - 1920)
Brady was a journalist, historian, adventure writer, and Episcopal priest. As a präst he spent some time on the American frontier as a missionary. “…the experiences are personal and actually occurred as they are set down, to the best of my recollection…. Only one story was ‘made up’ for the occasion, and that combines several actual incidents. I hope that this book may serve to interest those who read it in the life of the average missionär on the Western frontier – a life of mingled work and pleasure, joy and pathos, hardship and fun.” The book revels in the joys of everyday life, an example of the Episcopal spirituality of seeing the world as a gift from God, to be encountered and gloried in with excitement and appreciation. One recent reader was so enthralled with the book that she read it all in one sitting, not particularly for the tro but for the picture of the people and life of the fr