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Henry James
ISBN 9780141441344
Rs. 638
Penguin Classics
Daisy Miller
Who it's for: Readers of classic literature and Henry James enthusiasts
Daisy Miller, a stunning young American traveling through Europe with her family, challenges the social norms of her time with her bold and outspoken nature. Her friendship with a charming Italian man and her disregard for conventional behavior place her in a precarious position. In this novel, Henry James crafts a compelling portrait of Daisy, an independent and enigmatic figure who would influence his later works. Why You Should Read? Explores the tension between American and European social conventions. Features a captivating portrayal of an independent and enigmatic protagonist. Offers insights into the cultural dynamics of the 19th century. A classic work by Henry James, a master of psychological realism.
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- Explores tension between American and European social conventions
- Features an independent and enigmatic protagonist
- Offers insights into 19th-century cultural dynamics
- A classic work by Henry James, master of psychological realism
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Questions about this book
What is the book about?
It follows Daisy Miller, a young American woman traveling in Europe, whose bold behavior clashes with European social norms.
Who is the author?
Henry James, a master of psychological realism and a significant figure in 19th-century literature.
What themes does it explore?
It explores the tension between American and European social conventions, and features an independent protagonist.
Why should I read it?
It offers insights into 19th-century cultural dynamics and is a classic work by a renowned author.