The American

Autor*innen

• Henry James

Parameter

• 476 Seiten
• 17 Lesestunden

• Amerikanische Literatur
• Belletristik
• Geschichte
• Historische Romane
• Klassiker

Mehr zum Buch

Set in the Louvre in 1868, the narrative centers on a gentleman lounging on a circular divan, captivated by Murillo's Madonna. Despite appearing fatigued from a day of intense art exploration, his lean and muscular frame suggests an underlying toughness. With a guidebook and opera-glass beside him, he reflects on his day filled with physical exertion and aesthetic appreciation. This scene captures the intersection of art, leisure, and the personal experience of beauty, highlighting the character's deep engagement with the masterpieces around him.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2007
• Einband: Paperback