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Beautiful, spirited Isabel Archer, an American heiress newly arrived in Europe, is widely expected to quickly marry. But Isabel does not look to a man to furnish her with destiny; instead she desires, with grace and courage, to find it herself. Two eligible suitors are refused in favor of her...

Henry James’ stories are classic gems of subtle wit and irony. Set in the exacting social landscape of New York City at the turn of the century, Washington Square is the tale of a wealthy but shy young woman caught between conflicting family expectations. John McDonough’s warm narration traces her remarkable inner journey.

A young, inexperienced governess is charged with the care of Miles and Flora, two small children abandoned by their uncle at his grand country house. She sees the figure of an unknown man on the tower and his face at the window. It is Peter Quint, the master's dissolute valet, and he has come for Miles. But Peter Quint is dead....

Self-made American millionaire Christopher Newman arrives in Paris brimming with hope and optimism, excited to experience the culture and, hopefully, find the perfect woman to become his wife. After a chance encounter with American expatriate friends, his attention is drawn to Madame de Cintré, 25-year-old widowed daughter of the late Marquis de Bellegarde. Having fallen on hard times, the centuries-old aristocratic family permits Newman's courtship to proceed; however, they later persuade the widow to break off her engagement to the nouveau-riche businessman.

The Portrait of a Lady tells the compelling and ultimately tragic tale of a beautiful young American woman's encounter with European sophistication. Set principally in England and Italy, we follow Isabel Archer's fortunes as a variety of admirers vie for her hand. Her choices will be crucial, and she is not wanting for advice, whether from the generous-spirited Ralph Touchett or the charming but rootless Madame Merle....

Pressured into a political career by his traditional, establishmentarian family, Nick Dormer longs to be a painter. Eventually, encouraged by the carefree aesthete Gabriel Nash, reminiscent of Oscar Wilde, he resigns from Parliament and follows his artistic dream. His journey is counterpointed with that of budding young actress Miriam Rooth, the subject of Nick's most successful paintings, and the "tragic muse" of the title, who too sacrifices an affluent life (marriage with Nick's cousin Peter) for her art.

On New York City’s Washington Square lives Catherine Sloper, a shy and plain young woman who is tyrannized by her wealthy, overbearing father. When young Morris Townsend begins to court her, Dr. Sloper distrusts his motives, believing that the young man could not possibly love his daughter...

Zum 100. Todestag von Henry James am 28. Februar 2016 In den öden Sommermonaten um die Jahrhundertwende vertreibt sich die Londoner High Society die Zeit mit Ausschweifungen und Seitensprüngen. All die verbotenen Verabredungen gelangen durch die Gitterstäbe des Telegrafenschalters in die...

يُغري إعلانٌ في إحدى الجرائد مربيةً شابة بوظيفة لا يمكن رفضها: رعاية طفلين مقابل راتب ممتاز وإقامة فاخرة في عزبة بلاي النائية. لكن الوظيفة تحمل شرطًا غريبًا؛ ألا...

Isabel Archer's desire for freedom takes a dark turn when she inherits a fortune that places her at the mercy of cunning manipulators. In Henry James's 'The Portrait of a Lady,' we dive into the tumultuous journey of a spirited American woman navigating the complex web of European society. As Isabel struggles against societal expectations and her own ambitions, she becomes ensnared in the schemes of those closest to her, including the enigmatic Gilbert Osmond, whose charm hides a chilling agenda. This audiobook unpacks the central conflict between personal liberty and the constraints of ...

Them Days is a quarterly magazine dedicated to documenting and preserving the old ways and early days of Labrador. Many thanks to the people who shared their time and memories, their names appear with their stories...

This anthology brings together 20 texts which were vital in forging the United States and its constitution as we know it.

Two cops. One killer. Hundreds of gods. The instant Times Top Ten bestseller that's The Bridge meets Vikings, exploring contemporary themes of religious conflict, nationalism, prejudice... and the delicate internal politics of the office coffee round. 21st Century London. The Norman conquest...

When the Governess accepts a seemingly simple position caring for two charming children, she discovers a chilling truth lurking in the shadows of their idyllic estate. Are Miles and Flora truly innocent, or are they entangled in a web of supernatural malevolence? In 'Turn of the Screw,' Henry James masterfully weaves a tale that plunges listeners into a haunting psychological thriller. As the Governess grapples with her growing suspicions, she faces a gripping conflict between her protective instincts and the terrifying possibilities of what she believes she sees. With every whispered secret ...

Greville Fane: Henry James's Deliciously Barbed Revenge on the Bestseller What happens when literature's most exacting craftsman turns his gaze on a novelist who churns out three potboilers a year without a moment's reflection? You get "Greville Fane," one of Henry James's slyest and most...

Embark on a captivating six-week adventure with Henry James as he meanders through the enchanting landscapes of France, from the charming vistas of Touraine to the sun-kissed allure of Provence and back north. This travel narrative, originally published in the Atlantic Monthly between 1883 and 1884, showcases Jamess masterful prose and sharp observations, making it a timeless classic in the realm of travel writing. Join us as we delve into the beauty and richness of French culture through Jamess eyes, narrated by Nicholas Clifford.

Bajo la forma de un diario personal, un quincuagenario de viaje por Florencia anota los episodios de un acontecimiento extraordinario para él: acaba de conocer a la hija de la que fue su amor de juventud casi treinta años antes, y a su pretendiente, un joven inglés, e intuye en esta relación la exacta repetición de su propia historia sentimental. ¿Logrará el narrador su propósito? ¿Producen las mismas causas los mismos efectos? ¿Tiene sentido proyectar nuestra propia vida en la de los demás?

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. A young governess takes her first position: two children, a remote country house in Essex, and an employer in London who insists on one condition above all others. He is never to be troubled about them. Whatever happens, she must handle it alone. At...

From old Easter traditions, to close calls in planes, caribou and moonshine: Enjoy seniors and storytellers share about life in Labrador back in 'Them Days...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. George Stransom trägt die Last seiner Toten anders als andere Menschen. Seit dem Tod seiner großen Liebe Mary Antrim hat er begonnen, jeden Verstorbenen in seinem Leben mit einem brennenden Licht zu ehren, das er in einer stillen Kirchenkapelle...