Summary
Henry James: Bostonci
The novel The Bostonians by Henry James was published as a separate book in 1886, after it had previously been published in periodicals.
The complicated world of America after the Civil War, conflicted between traditional values and progressive ideas, is introduced through the perspectives of three heroes: Basil Ranson (conservative southerner), Olive Chancellor (his feminist-oriented cousins), Verene Terent (charismatic fiery speaker, caught between its conflicting influences). The backbone of the novel is the increasingly powerful movement for women's rights, so it is not surprising that the main themes of the novel are: power, manipulation and the complexity of interpersonal relationships. This satirical masterpiece by Henry James provides sharp observations, making this work a timeless analysis of social change and personal ambition.
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