| Author |
James, Henry, 1843-1916 |
| Title |
The Chaperon
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from 1893 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price. Proofed by Nina Hall, Mohua Sen, Bridie, Francine Smith and David
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| Summary |
"The Chaperon" by Henry James is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers on the complexities of familial duty and societal expectations, particularly through the lens of a young woman's relationships with her mother and her grandmother. The novel investigates themes of love, social standing, and personal sacrifice within a backdrop of a changing society. The plot follows Rose Tramore, the eldest daughter of a scandal-ridden family, who grapples with her father's recent death and her mother's return to society after years of ostracism. Faced with a formidable family legacy and a looming decision to leave her grandmother's home for her mother's, Rose must navigate the dynamics of loyalty, societal judgment, and her own desires. As she ventures to reintegrate her mother into social circles, the story unveils the tension between personal happiness and familial obligations. Rose's evolution from a dutiful daughter to a more autonomous young woman unfolds against the historical backdrop of early 1900s England, exploring how love and moral choices intertwine within the rigid structures of their world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
London (England) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2718 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 15, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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