Henry James's Ultimate Narrative: The Golden Bowl
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
A rigorous and insightful examination of Henry James's final completed novel, Henry James's Ultimate Narrative: The Golden Bowl offers a profound analysis of one of the most complex works in the American literary canon. R.B.J. Wilson meticulously dissects the intricate moral ambiguities, stylistic maturity, and thematic depth that define this challenging masterpiece. By situating the novel within the broader arc of James’s "major phase," Wilson provides a critical bridge for scholars and enthusiasts to better navigate the dense, psychological landscapes for which James is renowned. The study serves as both a valuable pedagogical tool and a sophisticated piece of literary criticism, exploring the tension between innocence and experience that lies at the heart of the narrative. Wilson delves into the nuances of James’s late, labyrinthine prose style, effectively arguing for its necessity in capturing the subjective realities of his characters. For those interested in the evolution of the novel form and the specific brilliance of Henry James’s final works, this University of Queensland Press edition is a distinguished addition to any academic or personal library.
Author: R.B.J. Wilson
Format: Hardback
Genre: Literary theory
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
A rigorous and insightful examination of Henry James's final completed novel, Henry James's Ultimate Narrative: The Golden Bowl offers a profound analysis of one of the most complex works in the American literary canon. R.B.J. Wilson meticulously dissects the intricate moral ambiguities, stylistic maturity, and thematic depth that define this challenging masterpiece. By situating the novel within the broader arc of James’s "major phase," Wilson provides a critical bridge for scholars and enthusiasts to better navigate the dense, psychological landscapes for which James is renowned. The study serves as both a valuable pedagogical tool and a sophisticated piece of literary criticism, exploring the tension between innocence and experience that lies at the heart of the narrative. Wilson delves into the nuances of James’s late, labyrinthine prose style, effectively arguing for its necessity in capturing the subjective realities of his characters. For those interested in the evolution of the novel form and the specific brilliance of Henry James’s final works, this University of Queensland Press edition is a distinguished addition to any academic or personal library.