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Set in late 19th-century England, the narrative revolves around the complex relationships and societal expectations faced by its characters. Central to the story is the struggle over a valuable collection of art and furniture, symbolizing deeper themes of possession and the clash between personal desires and social propriety. The protagonist navigates love, ambition, and moral dilemmas, ultimately revealing the intricacies of human connections and the impact of materialism on relationships. Henry James's nuanced prose captures the tensions of the era.
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The Spoils of Poynton, Henry James
- Language
- Released
- 2018
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- Title
- The Spoils of Poynton
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Henry James
- Publisher
- Outlook Verlag
- Released
- 2018
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 160
- ISBN13
- 9783732698738
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Set in late 19th-century England, the narrative revolves around the complex relationships and societal expectations faced by its characters. Central to the story is the struggle over a valuable collection of art and furniture, symbolizing deeper themes of possession and the clash between personal desires and social propriety. The protagonist navigates love, ambition, and moral dilemmas, ultimately revealing the intricacies of human connections and the impact of materialism on relationships. Henry James's nuanced prose captures the tensions of the era.