The Awkward Age
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Author: Henry James
Binding: Paperback
Published: Cambridge House Classic Books, 2025
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A masterful work of social commentary, The Awkward Age chronicles the intricate dance of Victorian society as it grapples with changing moral codes and the burgeoning independence of young women. Henry James meticulously uncovers the subtle hypocrisies and unspoken rules governing relationships, particularly focusing on the delicate position of a young woman on the cusp of marriage. The narrative presents a witty yet poignant examination of innocence, experience, and the societal pressures that shape individual destinies. Readers will find themselves immersed in a world of drawing-room dramas and intellectual sparring, all rendered with James's signature psychological depth and elegant prose.
Author: Henry James
Binding: Paperback
Published: Cambridge House Classic Books, 2025
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A masterful work of social commentary, The Awkward Age chronicles the intricate dance of Victorian society as it grapples with changing moral codes and the burgeoning independence of young women. Henry James meticulously uncovers the subtle hypocrisies and unspoken rules governing relationships, particularly focusing on the delicate position of a young woman on the cusp of marriage. The narrative presents a witty yet poignant examination of innocence, experience, and the societal pressures that shape individual destinies. Readers will find themselves immersed in a world of drawing-room dramas and intellectual sparring, all rendered with James's signature psychological depth and elegant prose.