Daisy Miller - Softcover

James, Henry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9358487941 ISBN 13: 9789358487947

Verlag: Happy Hour Books, 2023

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Henry James' novella "Daisy Miller" portrays the clash between American innocence and European sophistication in the late nineteenth century. Daisy Miller, a lovely and unusual young woman, arrives in Europe with her family, disrupting the rigid social rules of the Old World, attracting and scandalizing all she meets. We are taken into Daisy's world of daring and innocence via the eyes of the restrained American expatriate, Winterbourne. This classic in American literature is a timeless analysis of societal customs, cultural disputes, and the cost of non-conformity. "Henry James expertly navigates the complexities of human nature, morality, and the consequences of one young woman's defiance of societal expectations."

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Henry James was an American-British author celebrated as a pivotal figure between literary realism and modernism, often regarded as one of the greatest novelists in the English language. Born on April 15, 1843, he was the son of Henry James Sr. and the brother of philosopher William James and diarist Alice James. Best known for his exploration of social and marital dynamics among émigré Americans and Europeans, his notable works include ""The Portrait of a Lady,"" ""The Ambassadors,"" and ""The Wings of the Dove."" James delved into the complexities of human psychology, often portraying ambiguous motives, a technique likened to Impressionist painting. His novella ""The Turn of the Screw"" is renowned for its depth and ambiguity. In ""The Point of View,"" James examines the subjective nature of perception, emphasizing how individual perspectives shape understanding and relationships. Through his rich narratives, he invites readers to reflect on the intricacies of human connection and the art of storytelling.

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• Verlag: Happy Hour Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2023
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 9358487941
• ISBN 13: 9789358487947
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 64
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