Showing results by author "James Henry" in Historical Fiction

Daisy Miller is one of James' most haunting characters. In this reading, Mullen brings her to life in all her innocent playfulness and melancholic yearning.

Daisy Miller is one of Henry James' shorter and earlier novels. It was written in 1878. It portrays the confused courtship of a headstrong American girl by Winterbourne, a compatriot of hers who is much more sophisticated. His pursuit of her is hampered by her own flirtatiousness, which is frowned upon by the other expatriates they meet in Switzerland and Italy.

The Portrait of a Lady was first published in 1881 and is arguably Henry James' finest novel. It is set in England and Europe, but the main characters tend to be American, including one of fiction's great heroines, Isabel Archer, around whom the plot revolves. A young innocent abroad, Isabel visits her American relatives in England, the Touchetts, and soon befriends her cousin, Ralph.

This unfinished late novel is complex, convoluted, and poses a challenge for both amateur and professional Jamesians alike. In it, Henry James explores the reactions of a native young British heir to his inheritance of an American fortune during the Gilded Age as well as the reactions of members of his family and surrounding community.

Embark on a journey to the heart of 19th-century New York society with "Washington Square" by Henry James. This audiobook takes you into the world of Catherine Sloper, a young woman navigating the complexities of love, family, and societal expectations. With James' exquisite prose and keen insight, the narrative offers a compelling exploration of character development and the human condition. It delves into themes of inheritance, self-discovery, and the clash between individual desires and social norms.

"Las razones de Georgina" alude a Georgina Gressie, una bellísima y refinada muchacha neoyorkina que se enamora de Raymond Benyon, un teniente de la Marina. Estamos a mitad del siglo XIX, y los padres de la chica no dan su consentimiento a la relación entre los jóvenes, pero eso no supondrá un impedimento para ellos.

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of "The Siege of London" by Henry James. This audiobook plunges you into a gripping tale of familial intrigue, societal pressures, and personal desires set in the heart of London. With James' exquisite prose, the story delves into the complexities of relationships, ambitions, and the intricacies of Victorian society. Through its vivid characters and vivid depictions, it offers a window into the struggles faced by individuals torn between duty and personal fulfillment.