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When Isabel Archer, a beautiful, spirited American, is brought to Europe by her wealthy Aunt Touchett, it is expected that she will soon marry. But Isabel, resolved to determine her own fate, does not hesitate to turn down two eligible suitors. She then finds herself irresistibly drawn to Gilbert Osmond, who, beneath his veneer of charm and cultivation, is cruelty itself. A story of intense poignancy, Isabel's tale of love and betrayal still resonates with modern audiences.
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The Portrait of a Lady, Henry James
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- Released
- 1997
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Henry James
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Released
- 1997
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 544
- ISBN10
- 0140624333
- ISBN13
- 9780140624335
- Series
- The Portrait of a Lady
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes, Love, Women, Classics, USA, France, Plants, American Literature, Southern Europe, Italy, 19th century, England, Great Britain, Adapted for Film, Marriage, London, America, Diseases, Journey, Paris, Fate, Rome, Herbs, Roma, Gypsies, Frauds, Heritage, Florence, Stream of Consciousness
- First published
- 1881
- Original title
- The Portrait of a Lady
- Rating
- 4.05 out of 5
- Description
- When Isabel Archer, a beautiful, spirited American, is brought to Europe by her wealthy Aunt Touchett, it is expected that she will soon marry. But Isabel, resolved to determine her own fate, does not hesitate to turn down two eligible suitors. She then finds herself irresistibly drawn to Gilbert Osmond, who, beneath his veneer of charm and cultivation, is cruelty itself. A story of intense poignancy, Isabel's tale of love and betrayal still resonates with modern audiences.