Henry James Collection: Selected Works 1888-1896: The Reverberator, The Aspern Papers, The Lesson of the Master, The Pupil, The Real Thing, The Altar of the Dead, The Figure In The Carpet - Couverture souple

James, Henry

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798648101111

Editeur : Independently published, 2020

Synopsis

SEVEN BOOKS IN ONE!

A new, beautifully laid-out edition containing seven of Henry James's most beloved and influential novels and novellas, originally published between 1888 and 1896. Included in this volume are a nubmer of his most acclaimed novellas, such as:

• The Reverberator
• The Aspern Papers
• The Lesson of the Master
• The Pupil
• The Real Thing
• The Altar of the Dead
• The Figure in the Carpet

Henry James (1843 – 1916) was an American-born British writer whose works of fiction and literary criticism are widely considered to be some of the greatest of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is widely regarded as one of the foremost authors of the Realist movement, and continues to inspire literary scholars and new readers alike.

James's legacy as one of the most important writers of the 19th and early 20th centuries is securely enshrined in the canon of English literature. He wrote novels and stories that were both psychologically complex and conceptually challenging, most famously The Portrait of a Lady, The Wings of the Dove, and The Ambassadors. He also wrote among the most influential essays and criticism of the day, crafting works that explored the properties of modern literature and influenced generations of writers and thinkers. From his criticism evolved the ideas of writerly intention and the role of the artist in society – ideas that remain powerful and relevant today.

James's work has been praised for his unlimited capacity to explore complex relationships between people, as well as his efforts to draw connections between art and life. He is remembered for his deepening exploration of consciousness, his blend of realism and fantasy, and his evocative use of language. His works and ideas remain hugely influential in literary circles, offering a guide and a timeless source of inspiration to many generations of readers.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2020
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798648101111
• Reliure: Paperback
• Nombre de pages: 370
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible