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Henry James: Major Stories and Essays: A Library of America College Edition (Library of America College Editions),Used
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Henry James was the preeminent American writer of the late 19th century, a master of fiction who was also a subtle and audacious literary theorist. This volume brings together the most important of his short stories and novellas with his most significant critical writings. Selected from Library of America's authoritative fivevolume edition of James's complete stories, the works collected hereamong them 'Daisy Miller,' 'The Aspern Papers,' 'The Beast in the Jungle,' 'The Turn of the Screw,' and 'The Great Good Place'display his astonishing creative range, encompassing social comedy and supernatural horror, acute psychological portraiture and penetrating analysis of cultural conflict. A selection of James's criticism includes 'The Art of Fiction,' his declaration of the novelist's freedom, the celebrated preface to The Portrait of a Lady, and fascinating discussions of Hawthorne, Emerson, Whitman, Shakespeare, and Balzac.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Henry James: Major Stories and Essays? A: The main theme of this collection revolves around the exploration of social dynamics, psychological depth, and cultural conflicts, as presented through Henry James's significant short stories and essays.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains a total of 705 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition was published on September 1, 1999.
- Q: Who is the author of Henry James: Major Stories and Essays? A: The author of the book is Henry James, an influential American writer known for his contributions to literature.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book in good condition? A: Yes, the item condition is listed as 'Good'.
- Q: What are some notable stories included in this collection? A: Notable stories in this collection include 'Daisy Miller', 'The Aspern Papers', 'The Beast in the Jungle', 'The Turn of the Screw', and 'The Great Good Place'.
- Q: Does this book include any critical essays? A: Yes, this volume includes significant critical writings by Henry James, such as 'The Art of Fiction' and discussions on various literary figures.
- Q: Is this book suitable for college students? A: Yes, this edition is part of the Library of America College Editions, making it suitable for college students and academic study.
- Q: What genre does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the genre of Genre Fiction.