John Delavoy - Henry James - Bog

""John Delavoy"" is a novel written by the renowned American author, Henry James. The story is set in the mid-19th century and revolves around the eponymous character, John Delavoy, who is a young American man with a passion for art and a desire to find his place in the world.John is an idealistic and sensitive individual who struggles to reconcile his artistic ambitions with the expectations of his family and society. He is torn between his love for his cousin, Claire, and his desire to pursue his art in Europe. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters who challenge his beliefs and shape his worldview.The novel is a complex exploration of the themes of art, love, morality, and identity. James delves into the psyche of his characters, exposing their innermost thoughts and desires. The prose is rich and nuanced, with vivid descriptions of the landscapes and people that populate John's world.Overall, ""John Delavoy"" is a masterful work of fiction that showcases James' talent for psychological insight and literary craftsmanship. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American literature or the art of the novel.""Not a line -- not a syllable. Don't you remember how you warned me against spoiling it? It's of the thing we read together, liked together, went over and over together; it's of this dear little serious thing of good sense and good faith"" -- and I held up my roll of proof, shaking it even as Mr Beston had shaken it -- ""that he expresses that opinion.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.