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The Bostonians

Volume I

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Set in post-Civil War America, the narrative explores the lives of two women, Olive Chancellor and Verena Tarrant, who become embroiled in the women's suffrage movement. Olive, a strong advocate for women's rights, seeks to mold Verena into a powerful speaker for the cause, while Verena's charm attracts the attention of a wealthy suitor, which complicates their relationship. The novel delves into themes of feminism, social change, and the tension between personal desire and political ambition, showcasing Henry James's keen psychological insight.

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The Bostonians, Henry James

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2018
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Volume I
Language
English
Released
2018
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Paperback
Pages
172
ISBN13
9783732696918
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The Bostonians
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Set in post-Civil War America, the narrative explores the lives of two women, Olive Chancellor and Verena Tarrant, who become embroiled in the women's suffrage movement. Olive, a strong advocate for women's rights, seeks to mold Verena into a powerful speaker for the cause, while Verena's charm attracts the attention of a wealthy suitor, which complicates their relationship. The novel delves into themes of feminism, social change, and the tension between personal desire and political ambition, showcasing Henry James's keen psychological insight.