Victoria Coulson Books

The book explores the significant impact that Henry James's female friends had on his literary career. It delves into their relationships, highlighting how these women shaped his writing and thought processes. Through a biographical lens, it examines the dynamics between James and his friends, offering insights into their roles as muses and critics. This critical account sheds light on the often-overlooked contributions of women in the literary sphere, revealing the depth of their influence on one of America's foremost authors.

This book provides a new account of Bowen's fiction that highlights in particular the force and originality of Bowen's virtually psychoanalytic thinking about development, sexuality and gender.