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The American
Author: Henry James

On a visit to Paris, the wealthy and optimistic American Christopher Newman meets the beautiful Claire de Cintré, a half-French and half-English woman of noble birth. Fueled by desire, Newman pursues Claire - aided in his quest by the lady's younger brother Valentin. However, Newman finds that his American optimism is little match for a proud Eu... more »

ISBN-13: 9780543903105
ISBN-10: 0543903109
Publication Date: 12/15/1999
Pages: 362
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Publisher: BookSurge Publishing
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette
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Erin I. (erine) reviewed The American on 5/13/2007 + 11 more book reviews

This book is the book by Henry James, NOT Leon Edel. Edel wrote the Afterword.

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Gail U. reviewed The American on 2/16/2008 + 33 more book reviews

If you are a Henry James fan, you will enjoy The American. It's a classic and his most psychological tale of all. Order this one up.

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Literature & Fiction >> General >> Contemporary
Literature & Fiction >> World Literature >> United States >> 19th Century
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