The Portrait of a Lady — Volume 1 by Henry James
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| Author | James, Henry, 1843-1916 |
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| Title | The Portrait of a Lady — Volume 1 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Eve Sobol, and David Widger |
| Summary | "The Portrait of a Lady — Volume 1" by Henry James is a novel written during the late 19th century. This literary work intricately explores the life and destiny of a young American woman, Isabel Archer, as she embarks on her journey of self-discovery in Europe. The narrative delves into themes of freedom, societal expectations, and the complexities of personal identity, making it a poignant examination of a woman's quest for independence amid cultural constraints. The opening of the novel sets a tranquil scene at an English country house, where an afternoon tea gathering is taking place. The characters introduced include Mr. Touchett, a wealthy American who has settled in England, and his son, who engages in light-hearted banter with their guest, Lord Warburton. As they discuss life, comfort, and their anticipation of Mrs. Touchett's return from America with her niece, the atmosphere is both relaxed and contemplative. The arrival of Isabel Archer, the anticipated niece, marks a shift, as her spirited and lively demeanor captivates those present, hinting at the profound impact she will have on their lives and the unfolding narrative. Through lively conversation, the stage is set for a drama about ambitions, affinities, and challenges that Isabel will face, thus engaging readers in her journey from innocence to experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Inheritance and succession -- Fiction |
| Subject | Psychological fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Fathers and daughters -- Fiction |
| Subject | Married women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Italy -- Fiction |
| Subject | Archer, Isabel (Fictitious character) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Americans -- Italy -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 2833 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2140 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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