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The portrait of a lady

by James Lamar Roberts

Literary CriticismNonfictionJames, henry, 1843-1916Archer, isabel (fictitious character)American literature, history and criticism, 19th centuryAmerican literature, outlines, syllabi, etc.Literature, history and criticismLITERARY CRITICISM

With rare honesty and acuity, James examines the mythologies of American life by putting Yanks in European society and letting them sink or swim. This tale of an innocent woman abroad adds to the wealth and richness of James's contribution to literature.

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