The Author of Beltraffio by Henry James

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Author James, Henry, 1843-1916
Title The Author of Beltraffio
Note Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Transcribed from the 1922 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price. Proofed by Chris Jelley, Micky McClure and David
Summary "The Author of Beltraffio" by Henry James is a novella written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young American who seeks to meet the esteemed English author Mark Ambient, celebrated for his work "Beltraffio." The novella explores themes of artistic genius, the relationship between an artist and his family, and the intricacies of social dynamics in literary circles. The opening of this novella presents the protagonist as he prepares to meet Ambient, revealing his admiration for the author and his anxiety surrounding the encounter. He reflects on Ambient's acclaimed novel, which he believes champions the cause of art itself. As he finally meets Ambient, he is struck by the author's complex personality—his charm mingled with signs of inner turmoil. The narrative further introduces Ambient's wife, Beatrice, who appears distant and critical of her husband's work, hinting at tension within their marriage. This early characterization sets the stage for exploring not only the artistic dilemmas faced by Ambient but also the impact of familial relationships on a creator's life and work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Authors -- Fiction
Subject Family life -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 3145
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 26, 2015
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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