The Finer Grain by Henry James
"The Finer Grain" by Henry James is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of artistic success and romantic entanglements through its main character, John Berridge, a playwright navigating the complex social spheres of Europe. In this intricate narrative, Berridge finds himself surrounded by prestigious figures and beautiful women, ultimately wrestling with his aspirations and personal relationships. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to
John Berridge as he revels in the success of his recent play, "The Heart of Gold." He encounters a young Lord in Paris who seeks his opinion on a friend's literary work, highlighting the interplay of ambition and social status within artistic circles. Berridge's internal musings reveal his struggle with self-worth and the allure of fame as he becomes captivated by the enchanting Princess who enters the scene. The opening sets the stage for a rich exploration of personal and artistic identity against the backdrop of a vibrant, sometimes bewildering social milieu. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | James, Henry, 1843-1916 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Finer Grain |
| Contents | The velvet glove -- A round of visits -- Crapy Cornelia -- The bench of desolation. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21968 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-21968-4 |
| Release Date | Jun 29, 2007 |
| Last Update | Feb 24, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1260 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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