The Bench Of Desolation - Henry James - Bog

The Bench of Desolation is a novel written by the renowned American author, Henry James. The book is a psychological drama that revolves around the life of a young man named George Darrow, who is a successful and wealthy lawyer from New York. The story begins with George traveling to Europe to meet his former lover, Anna Leath, who is now married to a wealthy Italian aristocrat, Prince Amerigo. As the story progresses, George becomes increasingly drawn to the beautiful and intelligent Charlotte Stant, who is also a close friend of Anna's. However, he soon learns that Charlotte is also the mistress of Prince Amerigo, and the two are embroiled in a complex love triangle. The Bench of Desolation explores the themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships. James masterfully weaves together the intricate plotlines and complex characters to create a captivating and thought-provoking novel. The book is a must-read for fans of Henry James and those who enjoy psychological dramas that delve into the intricacies of human emotions and relationships. It is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.On a certain October Saturday he had got off as usual, early; but the afternoon light, his pilgrimage drawing to its aim, could still show him, at long range, the rare case of an established usurper. His impulse was then, as by custom, to deviate a little and wait, all the more that the occupant of the bench was a lady, and that ladies, when alone, were -- at that austere end of the varied frontal stretch -- markedly discontinuous; but he kept on at sight of this person's rising, while he was still fifty yards off, and proceeding.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.