The Lesson of the Master by Henry James

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Author James, Henry, 1843-1916
Title The Lesson of the Master
Note Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Transcribed from the 1915 Martin Secker edition by David Price
Summary "The Lesson of the Master" by Henry James is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of artistic ambition, social dynamics, and the complexities of relationships through the eyes of the young writer Paul Overt, as he navigates his first encounter with established literary figures, particularly the esteemed author Henry St. George. At the start of the novel, Paul is introduced as a young and aspiring writer visiting a lavish country estate. He is captivated by the surroundings, the high-profile guests, and especially the presence of St. George, whom he admires greatly. Throughout the opening scenes, we see Paul's nervousness and social awkwardness as he grapples with his feelings of inadequacy in the presence of literary giants. He observes the interactions among the party, including those of Mrs. St. George, who appears to be a complicated figure influencing her husband's career. As Paul becomes more entrenched in the social dynamics at play, particularly regarding Miss Fancourt, the General’s daughter, the opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of literary ambition and personal relationships, foreshadowing the emotional and ethical dilemmas Paul will soon face. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Authors -- Fiction
Subject Psychological fiction
Subject Young men -- Fiction
Subject Mentoring of authors -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 898
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 28, 2015
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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