60 pages 2 hours read

Henry James

The Portrait of a Lady

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1881

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Henry James' The Portrait of a Lady garners acclaim for its intricate character development and poignant exploration of personal freedom. Critics laud James' masterful prose and deep psychological insight. However, some find the novel's pacing slow and its ending anticlimactic. Overall, it remains a significant work in the literary canon for its rich narrative and complex themes.

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Who Should Read The Portrait of a Lady?

Ideal for readers who relish intricate character studies and social mores, The Portrait of a Lady by Henry James will captivate those who appreciate psychological depth and moral ambiguity. Fans of Middlemarch by George Eliot or Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy may find parallels in its rich exploration of personal freedom and societal constraints.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Romance
British Literature
Themes
Values/Ideas: Loyalty & Betrayal
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Identity: Femininity
Topics
History: U.S.
History: World