Painted Veils by James Huneker

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Author Huneker, James, 1857-1921
Title Painted Veils
Note Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
Summary "Painted Veils" by James Huneker is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces Esther Brandès, a young woman who arrives in New York with dreams of becoming a successful dramatic soprano. The narrative explores her experiences as she grapples with near-desperation and homesickness while navigating the vibrant yet harsh world of the city's artistic scene. At the start of the novel, the protagonist, Esther, arrives in New York during a snowstorm, filled with anticipation and anxiety. She is greeted by Madame Felice at the Maison Felicé, a hotel frequented by artists and musicians, but immediately faces challenges when her pre-booked room is occupied, compelling her to adjust to a new, less appealing space. Despite her loneliness and the dismal winter evening, Esther’s spirits begin to lift during dinner when she meets Alfred Stone, a music critic, who takes an interest in her aspirations. The opening sets the stage for Esther’s journey as she attempts to establish herself in the competitive world of music while dealing with emotional turbulence and social intricacies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject American fiction -- 20th century
Subject Manhattan (New York, N.Y.) -- Fiction
Subject Women artists -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 47141
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Most Recently Updated Apr 4, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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