Maud-Evelyn

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Maud-Evelyn is a novel written by the renowned American author, Henry James. The book tells the story of a young woman named Maud-Evelyn who is born into a wealthy and privileged family. Despite her privileged upbringing, Maud-Evelyn is plagued by a sense of dissatisfaction and restlessness. She becomes infatuated with a young man named Richard, who is also from a wealthy background, but their relationship is complicated by their different social statuses and the expectations of their families.As the story unfolds, Maud-Evelyn's inner turmoil and conflicted emotions are explored in depth. James delves into the complexities of human relationships and the struggle to find one's place in society. The novel is characterized by James' signature prose style, which is known for its intricate sentence structures and complex psychological insights.Maud-Evelyn is a compelling and thought-provoking read that offers a nuanced portrayal of the human experience. It is a must-read for fans of Henry James and anyone interested in exploring the complexities of human relationships and the struggle to find one's place in the world.I can see Lavinia for instance in her ugly new mourning immediately after her mother's death. There had been long anxieties connected with this event, and she was already faded, already almost old. But Marmaduke, on her bereavement, had been to her, and she came straightway to me.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.