James, Henry
The Ambassadors (Oxford World's Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199538546
- author:
- James, Henry
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 19.5 x 12.9 x 2.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Literature & literary studies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Ambassadors by Henry James is a novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. When Lambert Strether, a mild-mannered American, is sent to Paris on a mission to retrieve his friend Chad, he finds himself drawn into a web of intrigue and deception. As the story unfolds, Strether becomes increasingly entangled with Madame de Vionnet, a mysterious and alluring woman who seems to embody the very essence of Paris. Meanwhile, Chad's fate remains uncertain, leaving Strether to navigate the treacherous landscape of his friend's life. This edition of The Ambassadors features the text from the New York edition, accompanied by James's Preface, making it an ideal choice for readers seeking a rich and nuanced understanding of this literary masterpiece.
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