The Complete Works: Novels, Short Stories, Plays, Essays, Memoirs and Letters. Enriched edition. Exploring the Depths of Human Relationships and Morality in Classic Literature

Par : Henry James, Roderick Lancaster
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  • Nombre de pages3080
  • FormatePub
  • ISBN859-65--4780173-3
  • EAN8596547801733
  • Date de parution05/01/2024
  • Protection num.Digital Watermarking
  • Taille15 Mo
  • Infos supplémentairesepub
  • ÉditeurGOOD PRESS

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Henry James's "The Complete Works: Novels, Short Stories, Plays, Essays, Memoirs, and Letters" presents a comprehensive anthology that reflects his literary genius and psychological depth. This collection encapsulates James's distinctive narrative style, characterized by intricate character development and a penchant for exploring the complexities of human consciousness. Spanning various genres and themes, from the incisive social critiques found in his novels to the intimate nuances of personal letters, this compilation provides a rich tapestry of an author who deftly navigated the transition from 19th to 20th-century literature, intricately weaving American and European sensibilities.
Henry James, born in 1843, was a pivotal figure in literary modernism, whose works often reflect his own expatriate experience and the cultural dialectic between America and Europe. Influenced by his upbringing in a wealthy and intellectually stimulating family, James cultivated a profound understanding of human psychology. His own experiences as an expatriate in Europe provided a backdrop for many of the tensions and themes presented in his work, thus deepening the narrative significance of identity, morality, and social critique.
For readers seeking an immersive experience into the intricacies of human interaction and societal norms, "The Complete Works" serves as both an introduction and a deep dive into Henry James's oeuvre. This anthology is essential for scholars, students, and anyone passionate about the evolution of literary forms and the exploration of complex human emotions. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era-social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand-picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Henry James's "The Complete Works: Novels, Short Stories, Plays, Essays, Memoirs, and Letters" presents a comprehensive anthology that reflects his literary genius and psychological depth. This collection encapsulates James's distinctive narrative style, characterized by intricate character development and a penchant for exploring the complexities of human consciousness. Spanning various genres and themes, from the incisive social critiques found in his novels to the intimate nuances of personal letters, this compilation provides a rich tapestry of an author who deftly navigated the transition from 19th to 20th-century literature, intricately weaving American and European sensibilities.
Henry James, born in 1843, was a pivotal figure in literary modernism, whose works often reflect his own expatriate experience and the cultural dialectic between America and Europe. Influenced by his upbringing in a wealthy and intellectually stimulating family, James cultivated a profound understanding of human psychology. His own experiences as an expatriate in Europe provided a backdrop for many of the tensions and themes presented in his work, thus deepening the narrative significance of identity, morality, and social critique.
For readers seeking an immersive experience into the intricacies of human interaction and societal norms, "The Complete Works" serves as both an introduction and a deep dive into Henry James's oeuvre. This anthology is essential for scholars, students, and anyone passionate about the evolution of literary forms and the exploration of complex human emotions. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era-social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand-picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
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