The Princess Casamassima V3 (1886)

By Henry James

Book Overview

The Princess Casamassima V3 is a novel written by the renowned American author, Henry James, and was first published in 1886. It is the third and final volume of the Princess Casamassima series, and it continues the story of the protagonist, Hyacinth Robinson, a young man who is torn between his working-class roots and his desire to belong to the upper class.The novel is set in London during the late 19th century, a time when social and political tensions were high. Hyacinth, who is a skilled craftsman and a member of a radical political group, becomes involved in a plot to assassinate a member of the British aristocracy. However, his loyalties are tested when he falls in love with a beautiful and wealthy woman, Princess Casamassima.The novel explores themes of class, politics, love, and identity. James delves into the complexities of the human psyche, as Hyacinth struggles to reconcile his beliefs with his desires. The novel is also a commentary on the social and political climate of the time, with James offering a critique of the class system and the political ideologies that divided society.Overall, The Princess Casamassima V3 is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the struggles and aspirations of individuals during a time of great social and political change. James' masterful prose and insightful commentary make this novel a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.In Three Volumes.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164171534
• ISBN13: 9781164171539
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"