The Ambassadors
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Henry James
Binding: Hardback
Published: HERON BOOKS - LONDON
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Henry James's The Ambassadors presents a masterful psychological drama, chronicling the journey of Lambert Strether, an American sent to Europe to retrieve his fiancée's wayward son. This novel of manners meticulously details Strether's gradual immersion into Parisian society and his shifting perceptions of morality, freedom, and love. The narrative illustrates the profound cultural clash between American puritanism and European sophistication, revealing the complexities of personal transformation and the allure of a life unburdened by convention. James's intricate prose and keen observations create a rich, contemplative experience, inviting readers to ponder the true meaning of self-discovery and the compromises inherent in human relationships.
Author: Henry James
Binding: Hardback
Published: HERON BOOKS - LONDON
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Henry James's The Ambassadors presents a masterful psychological drama, chronicling the journey of Lambert Strether, an American sent to Europe to retrieve his fiancée's wayward son. This novel of manners meticulously details Strether's gradual immersion into Parisian society and his shifting perceptions of morality, freedom, and love. The narrative illustrates the profound cultural clash between American puritanism and European sophistication, revealing the complexities of personal transformation and the allure of a life unburdened by convention. James's intricate prose and keen observations create a rich, contemplative experience, inviting readers to ponder the true meaning of self-discovery and the compromises inherent in human relationships.