The Spoils Of Poynton - Henry James - Bog

The Spoils of Poynton is a novel by the renowned American-British author, Henry James. The story revolves around the wealthy Mrs. Gereth, who is determined to keep her late husband's collection of valuable antiques from being taken away by her son Owen's new fianc�����e, Mona Brigstock. Mrs. Gereth believes that Mona is not sophisticated enough to appreciate the treasures of Poynton, and she sets out to sabotage the engagement and keep the antiques for herself. As the battle over the spoils of Poynton intensifies, the characters become embroiled in a web of deceit, lies, and betrayal. The novel explores themes of greed, love, and the corrupting influence of material possessions. The Spoils of Poynton is considered one of James' finest works, and is praised for its intricate plotting, vivid characterizations, and richly detailed descriptions of the English countryside. The novel is a classic example of James' signature style, which is characterized by its psychological depth, complex syntax, and subtle use of language. Overall, The Spoils of Poynton is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that continues to captivate readers over a century after its initial publication.""I'll give up the house if they'll let me take what I require!"" -- that, on the morrow, was what Mrs Gereth's stifled night had qualified her to say with a tragic face at breakfast. Fleda reflected that what she 'required' was simply every object that surrounded them. The poor woman would have admitted this truth and accepted the conclusion to be drawn from it, the reduction to the absurd of her attitude, the exaltation of her revolt.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.