The Bostonians, Vol. I (of II) by Henry James
"The Bostonians, Vol. I (of II)" by Henry James is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds within a vibrant Boston, exploring themes of feminism, social activism, and the complexities of personal relationships. At the heart of the story are two characters: Olive Chancellor, a passionate radical fiercely committed to women's rights, and her cousin Basil Ransom, a reserved young man from the South who finds himself entangledin the web of Olive's ideals and societal expectations. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the dynamics between Basil Ransom and the lively Mrs. Luna, who discusses her sister Olive with a mix of admiration and skepticism. As Basil prepares to dine with Olive, the conversation hints at her fervent political views and the events to unfold within their interactions. When Olive finally appears, her demeanor is contrasted sharply against the free-spirited Mrs. Luna, highlighting her introspective nature and commitment to reform. The groundwork is laid for potential conflict as Olive's strong beliefs clash with Ransom's Southern sensibilities, setting the stage for an exploration of ideological struggles amidst personal acquaintance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | James, Henry, 1843-1916 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Bostonians, Vol. I (of II) |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Bostonians |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by R. Cedron, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Psychological fiction |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Boston (Mass.) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Feminists -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19717 |
| Release Date | Nov 5, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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