THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY VOLUME II

by Henry James

Overview

The Portrait Of a Lady is a novel by Henry James. The story is about a young spirited American woman, Isabel Archer, who "affronts her destiny" and finds it overwhelming. She inherits a large sum of money and is the victim of Machiavellian schemes by 2 American expatriates. The novel is regarded as a masterpiece. It reflects James's interest in the differences between the New and the Old World, many times a detriment to the latter. It also treats in a profound way the themes of personal freedom, betrayal and sexuality.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940012173782
Publisher:	SAP
Publication date:	01/21/2011
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	278 KB

About the Author

Date of Birth:

April 15, 1843

Date of Death:

February 28, 1916

Place of Birth:

New York, New York

Place of Death:

London, England

Education:

Attended school in France and Switzerland; Harvard Law School, 1862-63