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This is Henry James' witty, sympathetic account of the impact of American journalism and scandal on a family in Parisian society.

In Four Meetings and Daisy Miller, an American master sketches a series of deft psychological portraits that revive a now vanished world of Americans in Europe. In both stories, longtime American expatriates form memorable ties with passionate young travelers who fall prey to their own romantic fantasies.

Eugenia, a baroness divorced from a German prince, and her bohemian brother, Felix, are coming back to America. Raised and cultured in Europe, they are returning destitute to New England to seek out their rich and innocent cousins. In a bungle of culture clash and love triangles, the Europeans hang their fortunes upon their ability to adapt. Where their scheming leads them is the last place they expect.

One of Henry James’ main themes was the interaction between the Old World and the New. Restless Baroness Eugenia Munster and her charming bohemian brother Felix are visiting their American cousins in Boston, New England. The effect these two extravagant characters have on their austere Puritan relations forms the substance of the book and is told in a series of scenes or ‘sketches’.

Enter the world of "The Reverberator" by Henry James, a witty and incisive exploration of American expatriate life in Europe. This audiobook takes you into the drawing rooms and salons of Paris, where the American protagonist encounters a lively cast of characters, cultural clashes, and the allure of scandalous gossip. James' sharp social commentary and clever dialogue reveal the complexities of love, relationships, and societal expectations.

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of "The Spoils of Poynton" by Henry James. This audiobook invites you into the intricate world of estate ownership and the fierce battle for a collection of priceless antiques. James' narrative is a masterful exploration of human desires, the clash of aesthetics, and the consequences of obsession. With its rich character development and psychological insight, the story offers a thought-provoking examination of the lengths to which people will go to protect their cherished possessions.

Poems from the clouds of reality consist of different realistic poems, written by Six Young Nigerian Poets; members of the Benn Ik young writers association. The book features poems of diverse themes such as Love & Romance, Suicide, Lonilessness, Politics, Africa, Dark Poetry, Brokenness, Heartbreak and Nature.

This is the true story of a gold mine in the San Andres Mountains in the Southwest, and of the strange events surrounding its history. It was while on a business trip to New Mexico that the author first became interested in the Lost Mine of the Padre. Intrigued by the stories of its fabulous wealth and by the disastrous fate which had overtaken everyone who had sought to win that wealth, he set out to examine the mine for himself. His search led him into situations filled with peril and excitement. With only the faint rays of a flashlight to guide him, he climbed on narrow, crumbling ledges...

Want to learn to play golf? This 2011 edition of a world-famous book will teach you the ins and outs of golfing. This is a revision of the world’s most well-known book on the subject, How to Play Golf written by H. J. Whigham in 1892. This audiobook describes the rules of golf as revised by the Royal and ancient golf club of St. Andrews, in 1891. How to Play Golf covers every aspect of the game: it provides advice to beginners, swinging tips, putting instructions, and even a guide to building your own golf course.

One of the most daunting ghost stories to ever be written, Henry James' The Turn of the Screw follows the transformation of Miles (age 10) and Flora (age eight) from well-behaved children to deceitful liars. When a governess comes to their country estate to look after the children, she and Flora are separately visited by a ghost; however Flora denies the experience and Miles claims to never have been visited by one, even when evidence supports an evil plot between the children and the ghosts.

Experience the timeless tale of The Portrait of a Lady by Henry James and discover why this novel is a literary classic! Follow the story of Isabel Archer, a young woman coming of age in the late 19th century, as she navigates the complex world of love, marriage, and self-discovery. With its richly drawn characters, intricate plot, and themes of personal growth and identity, The Portrait of a Lady is a must-listen for anyone interested in classic literature or the works of Henry James. So why wait? Start listening to The Portrait of a Lady today and be swept away by the depth and complexity of...

The story of aging George Stransom, who is obsessed with observing the anniversary of his fiancée Mary Antrim's death, a fact that leads him to expand his commemorative pantheon to include all the other departed friends who live on in his memory. As in life, if we live long enough, the departed outnumber the living. When Stransom becomes the last of the living, who will light a candle for him?

This terse and startling novel is the story of a struggle for possession and of its devastating consequences. Three women seek to secure the affections of one man, while he, in turn, tries to satisfy them all. But in the middle of this contest of wills stands his unwitting and vulnerable young daughter. The conclusion of The Other House makes it one of the most disturbing and memorable of Henry James' depictions of the uncontrollable passions that lie beneath the polished veneer of civilized life.

“A great teacher,” Jeremy Paxman, BBC’s Newsnight. “Clearly Francis Gilbert is a gifted and charismatic teacher,” Philip Pullman, author of Northern Lights. “Gilbert writes so well that you half-suspect he could give up the day job,” The Independent. Are you a student struggling to understand Henry James’s classic novel The Turn of the Screw? Or are you an educator wanting ready-made exercises and guidance to help you teach this difficult text? Do your students need support to understand the language properly and work independently on the book? This edition of James’s ...

Theatre Royal. The very name summons up something of grandeur and eloquence. And it was. Hosted by Ralph Richardson, these big-name productions also included the creme de la creme of acting talents from John Gielgud, Robert Morley and Orson Welles to Trevor Howard, Michael Redgrave and Laurence Olivier. They were based on works by the world's leading authors, among them Charles Dickens, Henry James, Oscar Wilde and Anton Chekhov. These are but a few of whose company we shall be keeping as we raise the curtain on our first instalment of theatrical history.

Delve into the intricate exploration of perspectives and relationships in "The Third Person" by Henry James. This audiobook presents a compelling narrative that delves into the complexities of human connections, personal motives, and the interplay between three distinct characters. James' rich prose and psychological insight offer a deep dive into the inner workings of the human mind. With its themes of love, ambition, and the pursuit of self-fulfillment, the story captivates listeners by revealing the nuances of desire and the power of emotional entanglements.

The Panama Papers, a cache of 11.5 million leaked documents belonging to the law firm Mossack Fonseca in Panama, has implicated dozens of world leaders and celebrities in offshore banking and tax evasion. And yet these revelations are small when compared to the actual size of global financial crime. Panama, after all, is only one of more than 90 financial secrecy jurisdictions around the world today.

Ranked Top 10 "Best Lit Mags of 2023" by Chill Subs Delight in intriguing, thought-provoking conversations about ethics, philosophy, and social issues! After Dinner Conversation is a monthly literary magazine publishing short fiction. Each issue features both established writers and up-and-coming authors who contribute fascinating philosophical insights on controversial topics like marriage equality, assisted suicide, the meaning of death, animal rights, and defining your "purpose." It's time to go deep in search of truth! If you love reading imaginative short stories on hot topics that ...

Join two movie obsessed Northerners that make Harry and Lloyd look intelligent. Josh and James are two Northern blokes who love movies and the cinema, and always have something to say about it. Join us as we speak about the latest film releases, on-topic discussions regarding cinema and tv, quiz shows (obviously) and the homework section, where we give eachother a movie to watch and report back on it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Altar of the Dead was first published in the collection Terminations in 1895. It is a fable of life and death significance which explores what happens when a man tries to keep the remembrance of his dead friends, to save them from being forgotten entirely in the rush of everyday events.