JAMES HENRY, BOSTONIANS [2014].

Description

Henry James’ novel set in the realities of 19th-century Boston, dealing with women’s emancipation, ideological tensions and subtle interpersonal relationships. At the center of the plot are three characters: charismatic feminist activist Olive Chancellor, young and talented speaker Verena Tarrant, and Basil Ransom, a conservative lawyer from the South. Their interactions form an intricate web of emotional and ideological dependencies.

James portrays with exceptional psychological precision the conflict between idealism and pragmatism, individual freedom and environmental influence, as well as the tension between affection and ambition. The Bostonians is not only a novel of morals, but also an insightful study of an era in which new social movements were born and women’s roles were redefined.

A leather-bound copy from the bindery of the Polish Antiquarian, with the utmost care taken to ensure durability and safety for generations.

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