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The Death of the Lion
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General FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781022943278
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 44
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.09 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Henry James's The Death of the Lion is a sharp and witty short story exploring the intoxicating, often absurd, world of literary celebrity. With his signature style, James delivers a brilliant satire on society's fascination with authors and the sometimes-shallow pursuit of artistic genius.
A keen observer of manners and customs, James offers a compelling social commentary on the relationship between artists and their admirers, raising questions about authenticity, reputation, and the true value of literary work. This edition of The Death of the Lion meticulously preserves the original text, offering readers a chance to experience James's masterful prose and insightful observations in their purest form. A timeless piece of literary fiction, this story resonates with enduring themes of fame, identity, and the human condition.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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