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James, Henry
1843
1916
The Sacred Fount
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"The Sacred Fount" by Henry James is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds around a gathering of characters at a social event, where the protagonist observes interactions among acquaintances that hint at deeper connections and hidden dynamics. Notably, the book delves into the mysteries of personal transformation and the interplay between social stature and intellectual influence. At the start of the novel, the narrator arrives at a station in anticipation of a social party, keenly observing the other travelers, including a man named Gilbert Long. As they engage in conversation during their train journey, the narrator reflects on the enigmatic changes he perceives in their mutual acquaintance, Grace Brissenden, since their last meeting. The dialogue reveals an exploration of social perceptions, character changes, and relationships, hinting at the central theme of how personal connections can alter one's identity and social performance. The tension builds as the characters navigate their intricate social web, suggesting deeper narrative threads that invite readers to ponder the nature of self and influence within social settings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 79.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Psychological fiction
Married people -- England -- Fiction
Man-woman relationships -- England -- Fiction
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