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 | 544 pages
Dimensions (cm): 18 x 11 x 2 | 274g
Publication Date: 1999
Publisher: Claremont Classics
Publication City/Country: London, United Kingdom
Language: English
ISBN10: 0734301677
ISBN13: 9780734301673
Condition: Good
A book that has been read but is in good condition. Some minor damage to the cover including creasing, scuff marks, and a very small piece has been ripped off the edge of the bottom-right corner of the front page, but no other holes or tears. The majority of pages are undamaged with very minimal creasing but no tearing. No pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text and no writing in margins. No missing pages.