Henry James

A London Life, and Other Tales (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Human Emotions and Society in 19th Century London

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "A London Life, and Other Tales," Henry James delves into the complexities of human relationships and the intricate social fabrics of late 19th-century London. The collection features rich, nuanced prose that exemplifies James's mastery of psychological realism, depicting characters caught between desire and societal expectations. Each tale is carefully constructed, revealing the subtleties of middle-class life and the moral dilemmas that arise within it. The stories reflect the transitional period of Victorian England, intricately interweaving themes of expatriation and identity that resonate with audiences of his time and beyond. Henry James, an American expatriate who spent a significant portion of his life in Europe, was deeply influenced by his experiences as an observer of cultural intersections. His unique perspective as a transatlantic writer informed his exploration of British societal norms and the nuances of personal interactions. "A London Life" is emblematic of his literary evolution during this period, highlighting his keen insights into the lives of both the English and American expatriates. This collection is a must-read for those intrigued by the interplay of individual psychology and social commentary. James's keen observations and profound understanding of human nature invite readers into a world that is both familiar and foreign, making this work an essential addition to the canon of modern literature.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 292
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664640130
• Artikelnr.: 58448203

Autorenporträt

Daisy Miller is a novella by Henry James that first appeared in Cornhill Magazine in June-July 1878, and in book form the following year. It portrays the courtship of the beautiful American girl Daisy Miller by Winterbourne, a sophisticated compatriot of hers. His pursuit of her is hampered by her own flirtatiousness, which is frowned upon by the other expatriates when they meet in Switzerland and Italy.Annie "Daisy" Miller and Frederick Winterbourne first meet in Vevey, Switzerland, in a garden of the grand hotel,[2] where Winterbourne is allegedly vacationing from his studies (an attachment to an older lady is rumoured). They are introduced by Randolph Miller, Daisy's nine-year-old brother. Randolph considers their hometown of Schenectady, New York, to be absolutely superior to all of Europe. Daisy, however, is absolutely delighted with the continent, especially the high society she wishes to enter.Winterbourne is at first confused by her attitude, and though greatly impressed by her beauty, he soon determines that she is nothing more than a young flirt. He continues his pursuit of Daisy in spite of the disapproval of his aunt, Mrs. Costello, who spurns any family with so close a relationship to their courier as the Millers have with their Eugenio. She also thinks Daisy is a shameless girl for agreeing to visit the Château de Chillon with Winterbourne after they have known each other for only half an hour. The next day, the two travel to Château de Chillon and although Winterbourne had paid the janitor for privacy, Daisy is not quite impressed. Winterbourne then informs Daisy that he must go to Geneva the next day. Daisy feels disappointment and chaffs him, eventually asking him to visit her in Rome later that year.In Rome, Winterbourne and Daisy meet unexpectedly in the parlor of Mrs. Walker, an American expatriate, whose moral values have adapted to those of Italian society. Rumors about Daisy meeting with young Italian gentlemen make her socially exceptionable under these criteria. Winterbourne learns of Daisy's increasing intimacy with a young Italian of questionable society, Giovanelli, as well as the growing scandal caused by the pair's behaviour. Daisy is undeterred by the open disapproval of the other Americans in Rome, and her mother seems quite unaware of the underlying tensions. Winterbourne and Mrs. Walker attempt to persuade Daisy to separate from Giovanelli, but she refuses.