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powys

/ˈpoʊ.ɪs/

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noun

/ˈpoʊ.ɪs/C2formalbritish
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к фамилии известной британской литературной семьи, а именно трёх братьев-писателей: Джона Каупера Поуиса (романист и эссеист), Теодора Фрэнсиса Поуиса (романист) и Ллевелина Поуиса (эссеист и романист).

A proper noun referring to a surname of a notable British literary family, specifically three brothers who were writers: John Cowper Powys (novelist and essayist), Theodore Francis Powys (novelist), and Llewelyn Powys (essayist and novelist).

uncountable · proper noun

  1. John Cowper PowysC2formalbritish

    A British writer known for his allegorical novels and philosophical essays; one of three literary brothers (1872–1963).

    ruДжон Каупер Поуис

    • John Cowper Powys wrote the novel 'A Glastonbury Romance'.
    • His works often explore deep philosophical themes.
    • He is considered one of the most original writers of the 20th century.
  2. Theodore Francis PowysC2formalbritish

    A British writer known for his allegorical novels and short stories; one of three literary brothers (1875–1953).

    ruТеодор Фрэнсис Поуис

    • Theodore Francis Powys is best known for his novel 'Mr. Weston's Good Wine'.
    • His writing often uses allegory to explore moral and spiritual themes.
    • He was a master of the short story form.
  3. Llewelyn PowysC2formalbritish

    A British writer known for his essays and nature writing; one of three literary brothers (1884–1939).

    ruЛлевелин Поуис

    • Llewelyn Powys wrote many essays on nature and philosophy.
    • His work 'The Verdict of Bridlegoose' is a notable example of his style.
    • He was known for his vivid descriptions of the English countryside.