Watch and Ward
Paperback
Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023522021
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.27 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Henry James's Watch and Ward explores the complexities of relationships and the intricacies of the guardian-ward dynamic within a 19th-century domestic setting. This coming-of-age story delves into the evolving bonds between individuals navigating the social expectations of their time. A classic work of literary fiction, the novel examines the subtle nuances of human connection as characters grapple with duty, affection, and personal growth.
Set against a backdrop of carefully observed social mores, Watch and Ward offers a glimpse into the lives of individuals bound by circumstance and challenged by their own desires. James masterfully crafts a narrative that is both timeless and deeply evocative, exploring the profound impact of responsibility and the enduring power of human connection. This meticulously prepared print edition revives a compelling example of 19th-century domestic fiction.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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