The Letters of Henry James (Vol. II) by Henry James
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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. II) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Letters of Henry James (Vol. II)" by Henry James is a collection of correspondence written in the early 20th century. This volume spans the years 1904 to 1909 and serves as a window into James's thoughts and experiences during a significant period in his life, particularly highlighting his return to America after many years abroad. The letters reflect his observations on American culture, his friendships, and his reflections on literature and art. At the start of this volume, Henry James shares insights into his much-anticipated visit to America in 1904. He describes his overwhelming experiences as he reconnects with his homeland and the myriad emotions that arise in revisiting places from his youth. He expresses a longing to absorb the essence of the America that has evolved during his absence, feeling both nostalgia and curiosity. His reflections reveal a blend of personal and literary ambitions, as he yearns to translate these sensations into prose, though he grapples with the challenge of capturing the rapid changes around him. The letters set a tone of introspection mingled with a sense of adventure, providing a rich context for readers interested in the life and thoughts of one of literature's great figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| 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. | 38035 |
| Release Date | Nov 16, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Nov 17, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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