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A Round Of Visits

A Round Of Visits

James, Henry

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Fiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1169184421
ISBN13: 9781169184428
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.62
Height: 0.25 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
A Round of Visits is a novel by the renowned American-British author, Henry James. The book is a collection of short stories that revolve around the theme of social interaction and the complexities of human relationships. The stories are set in the late 19th century England and feature a diverse range of characters, from wealthy aristocrats to struggling artists.The book follows the lives of various characters as they navigate the intricacies of social etiquette and the expectations of their peers. Through their interactions with each other, the characters reveal their innermost desires, fears, and insecurities. Some of the stories explore the themes of love, marriage, and infidelity, while others delve into the darker aspects of human nature, such as jealousy and betrayal.Despite the varied subject matter, the stories in A Round of Visits are all connected by a common thread: the idea that social interactions can be both a source of pleasure and a cause of great anxiety. James' writing style is known for its complex sentence structure and nuanced characterizations, and this book is no exception. Each story is a masterful exploration of the human psyche, and the book as a whole is a testament to James' skill as a writer.Overall, A Round of Visits is a thought-provoking and engaging read that offers a glimpse into the social mores and customs of Victorian England. It is a must-read for fans of Henry James and anyone interested in the complexities of human relationships.Within the apartment to which he had been admitted, moreover, the fine intelligence we have imputed to him was in the course of three minutes confirmed; since it took him no longer than that to say to himself, facing his old acquaintance, that he had never seen anyone so improved.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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