Henry James by Rebecca West
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About this eBook
| Author | West, Rebecca, 1892-1983 |
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| LoC No. | 67027663 |
| Title | Henry James |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Henry James" by Rebecca West is a biographical work written in the early 20th century. This book explores the life and literary genius of the famed American novelist, Henry James, offering insights into his background, influences, and the thematic preoccupations that shaped his writings. It delves into his dual American and European identities, emphasizing how his experiences between these cultures informed his literary acclaim. The opening of the work provides a background on Henry James's early life, highlighting the cultural and familial dynamics that shaped him. It discusses the influence of his family, particularly his father, a Swedenborgian minister, and how early exposure to Europe sparked a lifelong quest for cultural refinement. The narrative illustrates the backdrop of 19th-century America, characterized by a lack of established culture and the emerging artistic voices of the time. Through anecdotes that underscore James's artistic sensibility, the beginning sets the stage for a deeper understanding of his complex character and the intricate relationship he had with the themes of identity, culture, and creativity that permeated his body of work. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Authors, American -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Subject | James, Henry, 1843-1916 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37300 |
| Release Date | Sep 3, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 120 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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