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050 4 _aPS
100 1 _aHowells, William Dean,
_d1837-1920
245 1 0 _aHenry James, Jr.
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1996
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 1996-11-01
508 _aEtext produced by Anthony J. Adam. HTML file produced by David Widger
520 _a"Henry James, Jr." by William Dean Howells is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the life and literary contributions of Henry James, one of America's most significant novelists. Howells provides an insightful examination of James's characteristics as a writer, along with a reflection on his evolving style and the perceptions of his work during his time. In this commentary, Howells outlines Henry James’s background, noting his affluent upbringing and the literary influences he encountered throughout his life. He discusses James’s evolution as a writer, touching on the unconventional aspects of his narratives, particularly his emphasis on character over plot, and his distinctive style that blends detailed analysis with profound themes. Howells also addresses the mixed reception of James's work, explaining how readers often required adjustment to appreciate his unique perspective. Furthermore, he highlights the significance of James's contributions to the novel form and his impact on both American and international literature, establishing him as a pivotal figure in evolving narrative techniques and character-driven storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aJames, Henry, 1843-1916 -- Criticism and interpretation
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/723
999 _c42844
_d42844