Henry James, página 9 de 55

La maestría de Henry James (1843-1916) está fuera de toda duda, en cualquiera de los dos continentes donde residió, en todos los generos literarios que abordó –fuera cual fuera la tecnica o la temáti

In "Portraits of Places," Henry James embarks on a nuanced exploration of both physical and psychological landscapes, deftly intertwining travel writing with his signature style of psychological realism. Through a series of evocative sketches, James captures the essence of various locales, revealing how places can embody cultural nuances and emotional undercurrents. The book showcases his meticulous prose, characterized by intricate descriptions and a keen observation of nuances, reflecting the late 19th-century trend towards realism while simultaneously pushing boundaries into the realm of modernism. Henry James, a pivotal figure in American literature, lived extensively in Europe and became intimately acquainted with the societal dynamics of different regions. His transatlantic experiences, particularly his residence in England and immersion in European culture, informed his perception of place as not merely physical but deeply interwoven with identity and experience. This rich tapestry of personal and cultural exploration culminated in "Portraits of Places," positing James as a precursor to modern existential explorations in literature. Readers seeking a profound appreciation of the interplay between environment and self will find Jamess work illuminating. "Portraits of Places" is an essential read for those intrigued by the symbiotic relationship between geography and character, offering a profound meditation on how places shape human experience.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the authors life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Trieste Publishing has a massive catalogue of classic book titles. Our aim is to provide readers with the highest quality reproductions of fiction and non-fiction literature that has stood the test of time. The many thousands of books in our collection have been sourced from libraries and private collections around the world.The titles that Trieste Publishing has chosen to be part of the collection have been scanned to simulate the original. Our readers see the books the same way that their first readers did decades or a hundred or more years ago. Books from that period are often spoiled by imperfections that did not exist in the original. Imperfections could be in the form of blurred text, photographs, or missing pages. It is highly unlikely that this would occur with one of our books. Our extensive quality control ensures that the readers of Trieste Publishing s books will be delighted with their purchase. Our staff has thoroughly reviewed every page of all the books in the collection, repairing, or if necessary, rejecting titles that are not of the highest quality. This process ensures that the reader of one of Trieste Publishing s titles receives a volume that faithfully reproduces the original, and to the maximum degree possible, gives them the experience of owning the original work.We pride ourselves on not only creating a pathway to an extensive reservoir of books of the finest quality, but also providing value to every one of our readers. Generally, Trieste books are purchased singly - on demand, however they may also be purchased in bulk. Readers interested in bulk purchases are invited to contact us directly to enquire about our tailored bulk rates._,

A European-bred baroness and her artist brother receive an uncertain welcome from their staid and proper relatives in 19th-century New England.

THE NOVELS Watch and Ward, Roderick Hudson, The American, The Europeans, Confidence, Washington Square, The Portrait of a Lady, The Bostonians, The Princess Casamassima, The Reverberator, The Tragic Muse, The Other House, The Spoils of Poynton, What Maisie Knew, The Awkward Age, The Sacred Fount, The Wings of the Dove, The Ambassadors, The Golden Bowl, The Outcry, The Whole Family, The Ivory Tower, The Sense of the Past THE TALES A Tragedy of Error, The Story of a Year, A Landscape-Painter, A Day of Days, My Friend Bingham, Poor Richard, The Story of a Masterpiece, The Romance of Certain Old Clothes, A Most Extraordinary Case, A Problem, etc. THE PLAYS Pyramus And Thisbe, Still Waters, A Change of Heart, Daisy Miller, Tenants, Disengaged, The Album, The Reprobate, Guy Domville, Summersoft, The High Bid, The Outcry THE TRAVEL WRITING Transatlantic Sketches, Portraits of Places, A Little Tour in France, English Hours, The American Scene, Italian Hours THE CRITICISM French Novelists and Poets, Hawthorne, Partial Portraits, Essays in London and Elsewhere, Picture and Text, Views and Reviews, Notes on Novelists, Within the Rim and Other Essays, Notes and Reviews, The Art of the Novel THE AUTOBIOGRAPHIES A Small Boy and Others, Notes of a Son and Brother, The Middle Years

In The Tragic Muse by Henry James, the reader is taken on a journey through the world of art and ambition. The novel explores the complexities of artistic pursuits and the sacrifices that are often made in the name of creativity. James exquisite prose and intricate character development immerse the reader in the social and cultural milieu of the late 19th century, providing a rich tapestry of relationships and aspirations. The novel is a classic example of the psychological realism that James is renowned for, delving deep into the inner workings of the human mind and the intricacies of human nature. The story unfolds with a sense of inevitability, drawing the reader into the lives of the characters and their struggles for self-expression and fulfillment.

La correspondencia de Henry James con el joven escultor Hendrik Christian Andersen, a quien conoció en Roma tras haberle comprado un pequeño busto de terracota, es, en palabras de su biógrafo Leon Edel, la parte mas triste y extraña de su epistolario. Las relaciones entre los dos hombres no fueron simples. James consideraba a Andersen con la vision de su propia juventud, la de los dias romanos ya lejanos. Andersen, por su parte, veia en James a un personaje gentil, benevolente, paternal, que podia ayudarle en la dura ascension hacia la gloriay la fortuna. James se habia sentido inclinado, hasta entonces, a considerar el mundo como a traves de un cristal. La mayoria de los victorianos guardaban las puertas de sus aposentos cerradas, y James no fue menos en esto. Es probable que en contacto con la mano poderosa del escultor experimentara una sensacion de intimidad y de calor que nunca se habia permitido sentir en su juventud; y es esto lo que encontramos en estas cartas. Una cosa esta bien clara: Andersen inspiro a Henry James sentimientos proximos al amor, una asuncion que hasta ese momento su alma puritana, habituada a la soledad del artista celibe, habia sido incapaz de reconocer en toda la profundidad de sus sentimientos.

Las alas de la paloma (en inglés The Wings of the Dove) es considerada la obra maestra de Henry James. la obra narra con especial sutileza el triángulo amoroso entre Milly Theale, una joven millonaria norteamericana afectada por una enfermedad incurable, y la pareja integrada por Merton Densher (de quien Milly se enamora) y Kate Croy, que insta a su novio a seducir a Milly para obtener su herencia. El estilo caracteristico del maestro de la novela inglesa se despliega aqui con toda su carga de agudeza en el analisis de las emociones mas reconditas.

A brand new edition of Washington Square by Henry James introduced by Colm Toibin who examines the importance of James s childhood home at nearby Washington Place on the location and setting of t

"La bestia en la jungla" es un conte de melanconia i soledat. El transcurs de tota una vida es narrat en sis parts perfectament equilibrades. John Marcher, el seu protagonista, se sent "perdut enmig de la multitud" al començament del relat, i aquest anonimat li resulta insuportable. En una casa anomenada Weatherend, trova una dona que es diu May Bartram. S'havien conegut abans, deu anys enrere, i un dia a Sorrento, ell li havi confiat el seu secret: es creia reservat per una experiencia no gens corrent. Quina sera l'experiencia, bella o horrible, ell no ho sap pas. L'assumpte, "la cosa" es imaginada com una bestia que el persegueix en la selva, que espera el momento mes oportu per tirar-se-li al damunt.