Henry James

A Small Boy and Others (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Depths of Childhood: A Psychological Insight into 19th-Century Narrative

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "A Small Boy and Others," Henry James crafts a richly introspective memoir that navigates the formative years of his youth in the late 19th century. With his signature psychological depth, James employs a reflective narrative style that seamlessly blends memory and analysis, revealing both the innocence and the complexity of a young boy'Äôs perception of the world. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America and Europe, the text offers keen observations on familial relationships, the interplay of culture, and the burgeoning self-awareness that accompanies childhood experiences. Henry James, an eminent figure in American literature, is known for his explorations of consciousness and social dynamics. Born into a progressive, intellectually engaged family, his upbringing in both America and Europe informed his nuanced view of cultural contrasts. These life experiences and his distinctive transatlantic sensibility are vividly encapsulated in this memoir, which reflects on the very roots of the artistic preoccupations that later characterized his fiction. Readers seeking a profound exploration of the complexities of childhood and identity will find "A Small Boy and Others" a compelling read. James's lyrical prose and insightful observations resonate not only with those interested in literary memoirs but also with anyone reflecting on their own formative experiences, making this a timeless and relatable work.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 306
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664639905
• Artikelnr.: 58447982

Autorenporträt

Henry James (15 April 1843 - 28 February 1916) was an American-born British writer. He is regarded as one of the key figures of 19th century literary realism. He is best known for a number of novels showing Americans encountering Europe and Europeans. His method of writing from a character's point of view allowed him to explore issues related to consciousness and perception, and his style in later works has been compared to impressionist painting. His imaginative use of point of view, interior monologue and unreliable narrators brought a new depth to narrative fiction. James contributed significantly to literary criticism, particularly in his insistence that writers be allowed the greatest possible freedom in presenting their view of the world. James claimed that a text must first and foremost be realistic and contain a representation of life that is recognisable to its readers. Good novels, to James, show life in action and are, most importantly, interesting. In addition to his voluminous works of fiction he published articles and books of travel, biography, autobiography, and criticism, and wrote plays. James alternated between America and Europe for the first twenty years of his life; eventually he settled in England, becoming a British subject in 1915, one year before his death. James was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1911, 1912, and 1916.