Short StoriesThe Death of the LionHenry James
Short Stories

The Death of the Lion

by Henry James

When writer Neil Paraday suddenly achieves fame, society's elite clamor to lionize him—but few have actually read his work.

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About this book

"The Death of the Lion" by Henry James is a short story published in 1894. When writer Neil Paraday suddenly achieves fame, society's elite clamor to lionize him—but few have actually read his work. A devoted narrator watches helplessly as relentless admirers and socialites drain Paraday's energy, pulling him from his writing into endless parties and publicity. As the author grows ill from overexposure, one careless guest loses his precious manuscript. James crafts a biting, darkly comic satire about celebrity worship and the dangerous gap between literary fame and genuine appreciation.

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Format
EPUB
Language
English
Length
50 pages
Published
1 January 1894

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