The Princess Casamassima (Volume 1 of 2) by Henry James

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Author James, Henry, 1843-1916
Title The Princess Casamassima (Volume 1 of 2)
Original Publication United Kingdom: MacMillan and Co., Limited,1921.
Note Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Princess Casamassima (Volume 1 of 2)" by Henry James is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story introduces us to the character of Hyacinth Robinson, a sensitive and observant young boy living in London amidst the stark contrasts of social class and privilege. The book delves into themes of social injustice, identity, and the emotional struggles of the protagonist as he navigates his place in a challenging world. At the start of the novel, we see Hyacinth through the eyes of Miss Pynsent, a dressmaker who looks after him. The narrative explores Miss Pynsent's thoughts and feelings regarding her role in Hyacinth's life and her complex emotions towards his biological mother, Florentine, who is imprisoned after a criminal past. As Miss Pynsent prepares for a visit to the prison on behalf of the dying Florentine, she grapples with her anxieties and questions about Hyacinth’s future and identity. The scenes are rich in characterization, presenting Hyacinth as a precocious child while highlighting the oppressive weight of the past his mother represents, setting the stage for the deeper conflicts to unfold in the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject London (England) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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