A Passionate Pilgrim by Henry James

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Author James, Henry, 1843-1916
Title A Passionate Pilgrim
Note Reading ease score: 81.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Eve Sobol and David Widger
Summary "A Passionate Pilgrim" by Henry James is a novel written during the late 19th century. The book explores the intricacies of American identity in a foreign land as it follows the protagonist, Clement Searle, an American who arrives in England with the hope of uncovering his family's lineage and seeking a connection to his heritage. The story unfolds through the lens of nuanced character interactions and rich descriptive passages that evoke the essence of English culture. The opening of "A Passionate Pilgrim" introduces the reader to Clement Searle as he navigates through a quaint London inn, keenly absorbing the atmospheric details of his surroundings. Searle's thoughts reveal a blend of nostalgia and trepidation as he confronts the remnants of English life that he has long idealized. Soon after, he meets another American, Abijah Simmons, who shares news of a potential claim to an English estate. Through their conversations, Searle's foray into English society is further complicated by existential musings and a budding kinship with Miss Searle, a distant relative. This sets the stage for a deeper exploration of identity, belonging, and the intersection of past and present as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Americans -- England -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 8080
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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