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The narrative centers on the poignant dynamics between a sweet but unremarkable daughter and her brilliant yet emotionally distant father. Inspired by a true story shared by actress Fanny Kemble, the novel explores themes of family conflict and societal expectations. Its prose is often likened to Jane Austen's for its clarity and elegance. Despite Henry James's own reservations about the work, it has resonated with readers, securing its place as one of his more popular novels.
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- Title
- Washington Square
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Henry James
- Publisher
- Bibliotech Press
- Released
- 2020
- Pages
- 168
- ISBN13
- 9781618958600
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes, Romance, Love, Women, USA, American Literature, Medicine, England, Society, 19th century, Adapted for Film, Marriage, New York, Social Critique, America, Psychological novels, Heritage, Truth, Relationship Breakups
- First published
- 1880
- Original title
- Washington Square
- Rating
- 3.65 out of 5
- Description
- The narrative centers on the poignant dynamics between a sweet but unremarkable daughter and her brilliant yet emotionally distant father. Inspired by a true story shared by actress Fanny Kemble, the novel explores themes of family conflict and societal expectations. Its prose is often likened to Jane Austen's for its clarity and elegance. Despite Henry James's own reservations about the work, it has resonated with readers, securing its place as one of his more popular novels.