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100 1 _aJames, Henry,
_d1843-1916
245 1 0 _aSome Short Stories [by Henry James]
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2000
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2000-09-01
505 0 _aBrooksmith The Real Thing The Story of It Flickerbridge Mrs. Medwin
508 _aDavid Price, Marc Davis and Andy McLauchlan
520 _a"Some Short Stories" by Henry James is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century. The stories explore intricate themes of human relationships, society, and the subtleties of communication, often centered around well-crafted characters that embody the complexities of their social environments. The collection likely features various narratives that delve into different facets of life, capturing the nuances of both everyday interactions and deeper emotional undercurrents. At the start of the first story, "Brooksmith," we are introduced to a group of friends reflecting on the influence of Oliver Offord, a retired diplomat who cherished intimate gatherings at his home, along with his devoted butler, Brooksmith. The narrator recalls the charm of Offord's salon—an informal yet sophisticated social setting where meaningful conversations flourished, all managed by Brooksmith's delicate touch. As Offord's health declines, the narrator ponders the fate of Brooksmith, questioning how he will adapt to life without his master and the social structure that defined his existence. This opening establishes a poignant foundation as it sets up Brooksmith not just as a servant but as a vital component of Offord's world, foreshadowing the challenges he will face after the loss. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aShort stories, American
653 _aAmerican fiction -- 19th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2327
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