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Henry James at Work

by Theodora Bosanquet
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781025702070
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 42
  • Original Price: GBP 10.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 73 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Literary Figures

"Henry James at Work" offers an intimate and illuminating glimpse into the creative world of one of literature's most fastidious masters. Written by Theodora Bosanquet, who served as James's personal amanuensis during the final decade of his life, this memoir provides a rare, first-hand account of the author's unique writing methods. Bosanquet details the rhythmic sound of the typewriter that accompanied James's complex dictation, revealing how the legendary novelist meticulously constructed his intricate sentences and late-period masterpieces.

Beyond the technical aspects of his craft, Bosanquet captures the nuances of James's personality, his social interactions, and his unwavering dedication to the "religion of art." The narrative explores the atmosphere of his home at Lamb House and his final years in London, portraying a man deeply immersed in his imaginative world. This work is essential reading for those interested in the history of authorship, literary biography, and the personal life of the man often called "The Master." Through Bosanquet's observant lens, "Henry James at Work" remains a vital document for understanding the dedication and discipline behind some of the most significant works in the English language.

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