Showing results by author "Henry James" in Anthologies & Short Stories

In this superb novella, a nameless narrator travels to Venice in search of Juliana Bordereau, the former lover of Jeffrey Aspern, a famous and now dead American poet. We witness the battle between a strong-willed woman who is determined to keep the secrets of a famous poet and an unscrupulous man who is equally determined to uncover them.

Caroline Spencer ist zauberhaft und sie hat einen Traum: Sie möchte den Atlantik überqueren und durch Europa reisen. Vier Mal trifft der Erzähler auf jene bezaubernde Caroline Spencer und spricht mit ihr über ihre Träume, Zukunftspläne und Wünsche. Und aus der einst zurückhaltenden Caroline Spencer wird mit jeder Begegnung eine mutigere und entschlossenere Frau. Doch der Erzähler sieht Caroline Spencer in Gefahr und seine Vorahnungen scheinen sich zu erfüllen. Henry James (1843-1916) war ein amerikanisch-britischer Schriftsteller.

Henry James' fascinating love triangle involves a male chauvinist, an ardent feminist, and the lovely gifted pawn, Verena Tarrant. As always, James' descriptions and dialogue delight from beginning to end!

The 5th volume of Great Sci-Fi Stories includes stories by Lester Del Ray, Robert Silverberg, Harry Harrison, and others.

FNH Audio present the first in a new series of science fiction short story collections. A journalist on Mars finds himself in the middle of a coup. An underground operative discovers a man with a formula for winning a planetary war. A lone hunter takes to space to bring down the legendary giant space bat. The best of space detectives gets caught up in an interplanetary extortion ring. In Jorgensen's Worlds secret operative Retief gets dispatched to a frozen world to face off an invasion. Peeten is the guard for the last of the Martian water, when an alien drops into his world...

During the Victorian era the publishing of magazines and periodicals accelerated at a phenomenal rate. This really was mass market publishing to a hungry audience eager for literary sustenance. Many of our greatest authors contributed and expanded their reach whilst many fledging authors also found a ready source for their nascent works and careers. Amongst the very many was ‘The Yellow Book’.

Step into the captivating world of "The Birthplace" by Henry James. This audiobook transports you to the heart of a poignant family drama set in an atmospheric New England town. As James masterfully navigates the intricacies of relationships, secrets, and the human psyche, you'll be drawn into the lives of its complex characters. With its richly detailed narrative and exploration of societal norms, the story reveals hidden desires, societal pressures, and the pursuit of individuality.

Dive into the world of intrigue and social dynamics in "Lord Beaupré" by Henry James. This audiobook invites you to explore the complexities of an aristocratic English family and the enigmatic American visitor who captures their attention. With James' signature wit and astute observations, the story delves into the interplay between social status, personal motives, and the pursuit of love. Through rich character development and intricate plot twists, the narrative uncovers hidden truths and motivations.