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_aJames, Henry, _d1843-1916 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aEmbarrassments |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2007-06-25 | ||
| 505 | 0 | _aThe figure in the carpet -- Glasses -- The next time -- The way it came. | |
| 508 | _aProduced by David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"Embarrassments" by Henry James is a collection of novellas written in the late 19th century. The text opens with “The Figure in the Carpet,” which introduces a narrative centered around a young, aspiring writer caught in the literary world, who is invited to review a novel by the renowned author Hugh Vereker. The protagonist’s admiration for Vereker amplifies the tension as he inadvertently becomes embroiled in the complexities of literary prestige, relationships, and the insatiable quest for truth in art. The opening of the story immerses readers in rich details of social interactions and the protagonist’s internal struggles as he navigates his friendship with George Corvick, who is infatuated with a young woman, Gwendolen Erme. As Corvick solicits the protagonist's help to write a review of Vereker's work, humor and awe intertwine in their discussions about literature and art's elusive intentions. The young writer grapples with insecurities regarding his own talents, leading to observations about the moral and artistic responsibilities inherent in criticism. This beguiling blend of intellectual inquiry and personal ambition sets the stage for a larger exploration of the burdens and rewards of artistic expression, making "Embarrassments" a compelling read for fans of intricate narratives and social dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aFiction | ||
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