Stories by American Authors, Volume 5 by Henry James et al.

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Contributor James, Henry, 1843-1916
Contributor Arnold, George, 1834-1865
Contributor Benjamin, Park, 1849-1922
Contributor Millet, Francis Davis, 1846-1912
Contributor Mitchell, Edward Page, 1852-1927
Title Stories by American Authors, Volume 5
Contents A Light Man, By James
Yatil, By Millet
The End Of New York, By Benjamin
Why Thomas Was Discharged, By Arnold
The Tachypomp, By Mitchell.
Credits Produced by Stan Goodman and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "Stories by American Authors, Volume 5" by Henry James et al. is a collection of short stories likely written in the late 19th century. This volume showcases a diverse array of narratives from various American writers, reflecting the themes and styles prevalent during this transformative period in American literature. The opening story, "A Light Man," introduces readers to Maximus Austin, a somewhat disillusioned character navigating his life’s direction amid the challenges of ambition and pleasure in a rapidly changing society. At the start of "A Light Man," we meet Maximus Austin, who reflects on his life choices and existential ennui after returning to America from Europe. Conflicted and at odds with his own perceived potential, Max's journey begins as he receives an invitation from Theodore Lisle, his friend, to stay with an elderly man named Frederick Sloane. Sloane, a wealthy but eccentric figure, seeks companionship as he works on his memoirs. The narrative unfolds through Max's observations of Theodore's dedication to Sloane and the contrasting personalities, revealing themes of ambition, friendship, and the quest for identity against the backdrop of social expectations. The opening portion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of relationships, moral dilemmas, and personal introspection in this intriguing tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject United States -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Short stories, American
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EBook-No. 11437
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 25, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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