The Sacred Fount
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ISBN10: 1419181343
ISBN13: 9781419181344
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 17 2004
Pages: 188
Weight: 0.78
Height: 0.45 Width: 7.64 Depth: 9.26
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781419181344
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 17 2004
Pages: 188
Weight: 0.78
Height: 0.45 Width: 7.64 Depth: 9.26
Language: English
The Sacred Fount is a novel written by the acclaimed American author, Henry James. The book follows the story of an unnamed narrator who is attending a house party in the English countryside. During his stay, he becomes fascinated with the romantic relationships of his fellow guests and begins to speculate about the nature of their affairs. He becomes convinced that the group is engaged in a complex game of emotional manipulation, in which partners are traded and secrets are kept hidden. As he delves deeper into his observations, the narrator becomes increasingly obsessed with uncovering the truth behind the relationships of those around him. The Sacred Fount is a complex and multi-layered novel that explores themes of love, desire, and the complexities of human relationships. James' writing is renowned for its psychological insight and intricate character development, and this book is no exception. The novel is a masterful exploration of the intricacies of human behavior, and the ways in which our desires and emotions can lead us down unexpected paths. Overall, The Sacred Fount is a thought-provoking and engaging read that will appeal to fans of literary fiction and psychological drama. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the works of Henry James, and a testament to his enduring influence on the world of literature.I HAVE said that I did many things on this wonderful day, but perhaps the simplest way to describe the rest of them is as a sustained attempt to avert that disaster. I succeeded, by vigilance, in preventing my late companion from carrying Mrs. Server off; I had no wish to see her studied--by anyone but myself at least.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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