| Author |
James, Henry, 1843-1916 |
| Title |
The Portrait of a Lady — Volume 2
|
| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
|
| Credits |
Produced by Eve Sobol, and David Widger
|
| Summary |
"The Portrait of a Lady — Volume 2" by Henry James is a novel set in the late 19th century that continues the story of Isabel Archer, a young American woman navigating the complexities of love and independence in Europe. The narrative explores themes of choice, identity, and societal expectations as Isabel grapples with her feelings for multiple suitors, particularly Lord Warburton and Gilbert Osmond. As she endeavors to assert her individuality, she faces the consequences of her decisions within the constraints of her time. At the start of Volume 2, Isabel encounters various characters at the opera, where her relationships and feelings towards Lord Warburton and Mr. Osmond become more complicated. The scene captures her connection with the two men as Lord Warburton's jealousy surfaces, while Osmond's enigmatic presence lingers in the background. As the days unfold, Isabel's social interactions reflect her inner turmoil and growing independence, particularly in her discussions with her friend Ralph Touchett and others about the nature of love and marriage. The intricate dynamics between Isabel and her acquaintances establish the emotional stakes of her journey as she navigates her conflicting desires and societal pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
|
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
|
| Subject |
Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
|
| Subject |
Psychological fiction
|
| Subject |
Love stories
|
| Subject |
Fathers and daughters -- Fiction
|
| Subject |
Married women -- Fiction
|
| Subject |
Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
|
| Subject |
Italy -- Fiction
|
| Subject |
Archer, Isabel (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
|
| Subject |
Americans -- Italy -- Fiction
|
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2834 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
998 downloads in the last 30 days. |
|
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!
|
