The Portrait of a Lady by Henry James
The Portrait of a Lady is an intensely moving masterpiece on the destructive power of love, and features Henry James's most magnificent literary heroine.
Isabel Archer, a wealthy, beautiful and spirited American, is expected to marry when she travels to Europe with her aunt. But Isabel is resolved to enjoy the freedom that her wealth brings, and must somehow choose between suitors who may all be hiding sickeningly different motives behind their avowals of love.
About the Author
Henry James (1843-1916), the son of the religious philosopher Henry James Sr. and brother of the psychologist and philosopher William James, published many important novels including Daisy Miller, The Wings of the Dove, The Golden Bowl, and The Ambassadors.
Format: Paperback | 564 pages
Dimensions (cm): 19.7 x 12.8 x 3.3 | 390g
Publication Date: 23 Jan 1997
Publisher: Penguin Books Australia
Publication City/Country: Ringwood, VIC, Australia
Language: English
Edition Number: 1
Edition Statement: Media Tie-in
ISBN10: 0140267565
ISBN13: 9780140267563
Condition: Good
A vintage book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including very minor scuff marks along the edges, but no holes or tears. The majority of pages are undamaged with very, very minimal creasing (barely visible) but no tearing. No pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text and no writing in margins. No missing pages.