Title
The American
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Product Description [This Is The Mp3Cd Audiobook Format.] During A Trip To Europe, Wealthy American Businessman Christopher Newman Proposes Marriage To The Scintillating And Beautiful Aristocrat Claire De Cintr. To His Dismay, He Comes Up Against The Machinations Of Her Impoverished But Proud Family, Who Find Newman To Be A Vulgar Example Of The American Privileged Class. Brilliantly Combining Elements Of Comedy, Tragedy, Romance, And Melodrama, This Tale Of Thwarted Desire Vividly Contrasts Nineteenthcentury American And European Manners. Literary Critic Leon Edel, Considered The Foremost Authority On The Works Of Henry James, Wrote Of This Novel: ''Behind Its Melodrama And Its Simple Romance Is The History Of Man'S Dream Of Better Worlds, Travel To Strange Lands, And Marriage To High And Noble Ladies. At The Same Time, The Book Reveals A Deep Affection For American Innocence And A Deep Awareness That Such Innocence Carries With It A Fund Of Ignorance.'' Review ''A Masterpiece Of American Romanticism In Which James Shows Us His Profound Grasp Of What He Was Ultimately To Call 'The Americoeuropean Legend.' '' Leon Edel, Literary Critic, Biographer, And Foremost Authority On The Works Of Henry James About The Author Henry James (18431916), American Novelist, Shortstory Writer, And Man Of Letters, Was Born In Washington Place, New York, To A Family Of Distinguished Philosophers And Theologians. He Attended Schools In New York, Boston, And Throughout Europe, Where He Later Settled. A Major Figure In The History Of The Novel, He Is Celebrated As A Master Craftsman Who Brought His Great Art And Impeccable Technique To Bear In The Development Of Abiding Moral Themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the story of The American: Library Edition about? A: The American: Library Edition tells the story of Christopher Newman, a wealthy American businessman who proposes to the beautiful aristocrat Claire de Cintri during a trip to Europe. The narrative explores themes of class conflict, romance, and cultural contrasts between nineteenth-century America and Europe.
- Q: Who is the author of The American? A: The author of The American is Henry James, a renowned writer known for his exploration of social and psychological themes.
- Q: What type of binding does The American: Library Edition have? A: The American: Library Edition is bound as an mp3_cd, providing an audio format of the book for convenient listening.
- Q: When was The American: Library Edition published? A: The American: Library Edition was published on January 20, 2012.
- Q: Is this edition abridged or unabridged? A: This edition of The American is unabridged, meaning it includes the complete text without any cuts or omissions.
- Q: What are the themes explored in The American? A: The American explores themes such as love, desire, class struggle, and the contrasts between American and European societal norms.
- Q: Can I listen to The American: Library Edition on any device? A: The mp3_cd format is compatible with most CD players and can also be played on devices that support mp3 playback.
- Q: What age group is The American: Library Edition suitable for? A: The American: Library Edition is suitable for adult readers and those interested in classic literature and themes of romance and societal critique.
- Q: How long is the audio version of The American? A: The total length of the audio version may vary, but it typically ranges around several hours, providing a comprehensive listening experience.
- Q: Are there any notable characters in The American? A: Yes, notable characters include Christopher Newman, the protagonist, and Claire de Cintri, the aristocrat he wishes to marry, alongside her family who oppose him.