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James, Henry
1843
1916
The Wings of the Dove, Volume II
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"The Wings of the Dove, Volume II" by Henry James is a novel written during the late 19th century. This work delves into themes of love, class, and the complexities of human relationships, primarily following the characters Merton Densher and Kate Croy as they navigate their feelings for each other in the social landscape of London and the implications of their love. The opening of the novel introduces Merton Densher and Kate Croy as they reconnect after a period of separation, with an underlying tension concerning the complexities of their relationship. Densher, returning to England, is keenly aware of the social constraints that affect their intimacy, as well as the presence of Millie Theale, an American girl whose affections complicate matters further. Their interactions in a public setting highlight both the joy of being together and the anxiety of societal expectations, foreshadowing the emotional and moral dilemmas they will face in the unfolding narrative. Kate's determination to handle their relationship delicately sets the stage for the entangled dynamics that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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London (England) -- Fiction
Young women -- Fiction
Love stories
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Americans -- England -- Fiction
Americans -- Italy -- Fiction
Terminally ill -- Fiction
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