The Letters of Henry James (Vol. I) by Henry James
"The Letters of Henry James (Vol. I)" by Henry James is a collection of correspondence written in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This volume serves as an insightful exploration of James's life through his letters to family, friends, and notable contemporaries, providing readers with a glimpse into the thoughts and experiences of one of America's foremost literary figures. The letters highlight James’s complex relationship with Europe, his artistic endeavors, andhis reflections on both personal and artistic matters. The opening of the book introduces the context of the letters, starting with Henry James's early years as he arrives in Europe for the first time in 1869. The text elaborates on his initial impressions of London, where he grapples with feelings of both awe and isolation in the vast metropolis. His correspondence reveals his engagements with prominent literary figures of the time, such as Ruskin and W. D. Howells, showcasing his social interactions and artistic observations. Through these letters, readers can perceive James's evolving identity as both an American expatriate and a burgeoning writer, immersed in the rich cultural tapestry of Europe while grappling with his own sense of belonging. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | James, Henry, 1843-1916 |
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| Editor | Lubbock, Percy, 1879-1965 |
| Title | The Letters of Henry James (Vol. I) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made at The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Authors, American -- 19th century -- Correspondence |
| Subject | James, Henry, 1843-1916 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Authors, American -- 20th century -- Correspondence |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38776 |
| Release Date | Feb 6, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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