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The American Scene

The American Scene

Henry James

Paperback

Literary CriticismFiction AnthologiesHistory & Philosophy of Science

ISBN10: 9354171648
ISBN13: 9789354171642
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Oct 7 2020
Pages: 474
Weight: 1.52
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A master of observation returns to his homeland - and nothing escapes his gaze. In The American Scene, Henry James embarks on a journey through early 20th century America, capturing the country's restless energy, contradictions, and vivid personalities with unmatched subtlety. These travel essays are more than a record of places visited; they are a searching exploration of American culture, offering social commentary as sharp as it is humane. James's reflections-by turns wry, nostalgic, and incisive-map the emerging identity of the United States at the dawn of the modern era. He examines the landscapes, cities, and social currents of the early 1900s United States, drawing comparisons to the travel literature of Mark Twain and Edith Wharton while forging a voice distinctly his own. For literary enthusiasts and students alike, The American Scene stands as both a window into turn of the century America and a resource for academic study, rich with cultural observations that still resonate today. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.

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