Roderick Hudson by Henry James

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Author James, Henry, 1843-1916
Title Roderick Hudson
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roderick_Hudson
Note Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Roderick Hudson" by Henry James is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story centers around Rowland Mallet, a young man who is preparing to travel to Europe, specifically Rome, where he hopes to find inspiration and purpose in his life. The narrative profoundly explores themes of art, ambition, and the complexities of human relationships, particularly through the character of Roderick Hudson, an aspiring sculptor entangled in his own artistic aspirations and familial expectations. At the start of the novel, Rowland visits his cousin Cecilia in Northampton, where their conversation reveals his introspective nature and deep-seated need for purpose. They discuss Rowland's impending trip to Europe, as Cecilia encourages him to be of social use, reflecting her own struggles with the realities of life. When Rowland learns about Roderick Hudson, a local young sculptor, he becomes intrigued by the potential he sees in him and offers his support and guidance. Their interaction hints at Roderick's artistic inadequacies and his complex relationship with his mother, while also establishing Rowland as a mentor-like figure who seeks to nurture Roderick's talent—setting the stage for the tensions and developments that are sure to unfold in their journeys through art and personal identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject Rome (Italy) -- Fiction
Subject Americans -- Italy -- Fiction
Subject Sculptors -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 176
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Most Recently Updated Jan 28, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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