Henry James - Libros y biografía

Graham Greene and E.M. Forster marvelled at it, but F.R. Leavis considered it to be 'not only not one of his great books, but to be a bad one.' As for the author, he held The Ambassadors as the favorite...

J’avais mis Mrs Prest dans ma confidence : à la vérité, sans elle, j’aurais bien peu avancé mes affaires, car l’idée féconde qui conduisit toute l’entreprise me vint par ses lèvres amies. Ce fut elle...

On a brilliant day in May, in the year 1868, a gentleman was reclining at his ease on the great circular divan which at that period occupied the centre of the Salon Carrè, in the Museum of the Louvre....

The story had held us, round the fire, sufficiently breathless, but except the obvious remark that it was gruesome, as, on Christmas Eve in an old house, a strange tale should essentially be, I remember...

A Coisa Certa é uma história curta de Henry James, geralmente lida como uma parábola, e brinca com a dicotomia realidade-ilusão que fascinava James, especialmente nos últimos estágios de sua carreira....

The Bostonians is a novel by Henry James, first published as a serial in The Century Magazine in 1885–1886 and then as a book in 1886. This bittersweet tragicomedycenters on an odd triangle of characters:...

The Turn of the Screw, originally published in 1898, is a gothic ghost story novella written by Henry James. Due to its original content, the novella became a favourite text of academics who subscribe...

Cosa scaturisce dall'unione tra la visione di un autore tra i più innovativi della prosa moderna e il canovaccio più classico nella storia della letteratura di tutti i tempi, ovvero la fuga dalla propria...

The Ambassadors by Henry James is a 1903 novel by Henry James, originally published as a serial in the North American Review (NAR). The novel is a dark comedy which follows the trip of protagonist Lewis...

Introduction The litigation seemed interminable and had in fact been complicated; but by the decision on the appeal the judgement of the divorce-court was confirmed as to the assignment of the child....

La Cosa Reale è un racconto di Henry James, spesso letto come una parabola che gioca con la dicotomia realtà-illusione che affascinava James, soprattutto nelle ultime fasi della sua carriera. Per l'illustratore...

This edition includes the following editor's introduction: Henry James, the writer who modernized literature Originally published in 1902, "The Wings of the Dove" is a novel by American-born British...

"The Portrait of a Lady" is a novel by Henry James, first published as a serial in The Atlantic Monthly and Macmillan's Magazine in 1880–81 and then as a book in 1881. It is one of James's most popular...

A Volta do Parafuso - The Turn of the Screw, de Henry James enquadra-se bem no gênero novela, em que o autor foi particularmente bem-sucedido, constituindo um paradigma desse formato. Em seu aparecimento...

In 'Embarrassments' by Henry James, the reader is immersed in a collection of short stories that intricately explore the complexities of human relationships within the context of upper-class society....

In Henry James's novel 'The Beast in the Jungle', the reader is taken on a journey through the life of John Marcher, a man who is convinced that a great, life-altering event is destined to happen to him,...

In Henry James' novel 'The Pupil,' the reader is immersed in a rich narrative exploring the complex relationship between a tutor and his young pupil. Set against the backdrop of Victorian England, the...

In 'Glasses' by Henry James, the reader is immersed in a world of wealthy socialites and their intricate relationships. James' literary style is characterized by his detailed exploration of human emotions...

The Turn of the Screw, originally published in 1898, is a gothic ghost story novella written by Henry James.Due to its original content, the novella became a favourite text of academics who subscribe...

Henry James' 'The Madonna of the Future' is a captivating novella that delves into the complexities of art, ambition, and the clash between tradition and innovation in the world of sculpting. Set against...

Henry James' 'The Diary of a Man of Fifty' delves into the complexities of love, aging, and personal reflection through the diary entries of a middle-aged man. Written in James' distinct prose that blends...

This carefully crafted ebook: "Complete Works of Henry James: Novels, Short Stories, Plays, Essays, Autobiography and Letters" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents....

In Henry James' novel 'An International Episode', readers are taken on a journey through the complexities of transatlantic relationships and cultural differences in the late 19th century. James' signature...

Henry James' A Bundle of Letters is a collection of short stories that showcases the author's mastery of character development and psychological insight. Set in the late 19th century, the book explores...

Henry James' novel, 'Louisa Pallant,' is a captivating piece of late 19th-century American literature that delves into themes of family dynamics, societal expectations, and the complexities of human relationships....

The Outcry, Henry James's final novel, is an effervescent comedy of money and manners. Breckenridge Bender, a very rich American with a distinct resemblance to J.P. Morgan, arrives in England with the...

Henry James's 'The Finer Grain' is a compelling exploration of human desire and ambition set against the backdrop of 19th-century society. Published in 1903, the book showcases James's signature prose...

Henry James's Eugene Pickering is a sophisticated tale of familial relationships and social dynamics set in the high society of 19th century New York. Through detailed character development and intricate...

Henry James' novel, 'Georgina's Reasons', intricately explores the complexities of love, morality, and societal expectations in the late 19th century. James' signature dense prose and psychological depth...

In 'A Passionate Pilgrim' by Henry James, the reader is taken on a journey through the intricacies of human emotions and desires. James's characteristic psychological depth and intricate prose style are...