| Author |
James, Henry, 1843-1916 |
| Title |
The Golden Bowl — Volume 1
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
This etext was produced by Eve Sobol, South Bend, Indiana, USA
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| Summary |
"The Golden Bowl — Volume 1" by Henry James is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the wealthy and complex relationships among its characters, particularly focusing on the dynamic between the Prince, who is about to marry the young and charming Maggie Verver, and the intriguing presence of Charlotte Stant. The narrative delves into themes of romanticism, social status, and the underlying motivations of its characters as they navigate love and expectations within their social spheres. At the start of the story, the Prince is portrayed as a restless character who has recently become engaged to Maggie Verver. As he wanders through London, he reflects on his feelings of success and impending change. The opening introduces the relationship dynamics among the characters, including his interactions with Maggie, who seems to embody both innocence and complexity, and Mrs. Assingham, who has a vested interest in ensuring the Prince's happiness. The arrival of Charlotte Stant adds a layer of complexity, as her unexpected presence stirs both tension and intrigue regarding the upcoming marriage. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a richly woven exploration of societal expectations and personal desires, hinting at future complications that might arise as relationships develop. (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 |
Adultery -- Fiction
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| Subject |
England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Psychological fiction
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| Subject |
Domestic fiction
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| Subject |
Fathers and daughters -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Americans -- England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Art -- Collectors and collecting -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4262 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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