Short Stories

A London Life, and Other Tales

by Henry James

The story follows Laura Wing, an American woman visiting her sister Selina in London, whose marriage is collapsing amid adultery and impending divorce.

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About this book

"A London Life, and Other Tales" by Henry James is a novella first published in 1888. The story follows Laura Wing, an American woman visiting her sister Selina in London, whose marriage is collapsing amid adultery and impending divorce. As Laura confronts her sister's affair and witnesses the unraveling of a troubled marriage, she finds herself caught between moral horror and helpless ineffectiveness. James presents a blunt, unflinching portrait of marital breakdown, focusing on Laura's emotional turmoil as central consciousness while exploring themes of scandal, family loyalty, and exile.

Details

Format
EPUB
Language
English
Length
325 pages
Published
1 January 1888
Publisher
Otbebookpublishing
ISBN
9783962729172

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