malcolm lowry
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Definition
Proper noun: * Malcolm Lowry: A British novelist, best known for his semi-autobiographical novel Under the Volcano (1947), which is considered a major work of 20th-century literature. His writing often explores themes of addiction, despair, and spiritual struggle.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Malcolm Lowry spent many years in Mexico and Canada, which deeply influenced his writing.
- Scholars often study the complex symbolism in Malcolm Lowry's masterpiece, Under the Volcano.
- The life of Malcolm Lowry was marked by personal turmoil, much like his characters.
Advanced Usage
- "Lowryan" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of Malcolm Lowry or his works, especially their dense, allusive, and psychologically intense style.
- The novel's Lowryan prose made it a challenging but rewarding read.
Variants and Related Words
- Lowry, Malcolm (alternative presentation of the name).
Synonyms
- Author of Under the Volcano (descriptive synonym).
- Novelist (general category).
Noun
- English novelist (1909-1957)