Books in Order: A Deep Dive into the Life and Unique Writing Technique of Kenneth Roberts
Today, we bring to you a riveting journey through the life and artistry of a prolific American author, Kenneth Roberts. An accomplished maestro of historical novels, Roberts’s works such as ‘Arundel’, ‘Northwest Passage’, and ‘Lydia Bailey’ stand testament to his unique writing style. His oeuvre continues to enamor reading communities via his knack for presenting historical sequences of events i.e. books in order.
A Snapshot of Kenneth Roberts’s Life
Born in the late 19th century, Roberts’s intriguing journey began at Cornell University. Among the various accomplishments, one that particularly stands out was his contribution as a lyricist for ‘Fight for Cornell’, the University’s fight song. After gracing the graduation stage in 1908, Roberts embarked on his professional journey with the respected Boston Post.
Roberts and World War I
Simultaneously, the world began grappling with the calamity of World War I, and Roberts too, joined the fray. Stationed with the American Expeditionary Force Siberia during the Russian Civil War, his experiences and observations proved instrumental in boosting his career post-war. Alliance with Saturday Evening Post as a European correspondent broadened his horizon, giving Roberts far-reaching contacts and valuable insights.
Venturing into Authorship: Critical Influence
Living in close quarters with notable author Booth Tarkington made a world of difference in Roberts’s life. Tarkington’s mentorship significantly shaped the genesis and growth of Roberts’s authorial journey. Under his watchful eyes, Roberts penned down all his historical novels, each a gem, connecting the past with the present in the most captivating way.
Taste of Success: Books in Order
Roberts’s unique storytelling ability, weaving facts effortlessly with his imaginative flair, resulted in a symphony of well-received books in order. More than his individual works, it was the order of his books that established a rhythm, a continuity that effectively portrayed history unfurling through his words.
Stay tuned as we deep dive into his writing styles and techniques that set his books in order apart, offering an unmatched reading experience.
Publication Order of Chronicles of Arundel Books
| Arundel | (1930) |    |
| The Lively Lady | (1931) | |
| Rabble in Arms | (1933) | |
| Captain Caution | (1934) | |