| Author: | Henry James | ISBN: | 9781776582730 |
| Publisher: | The Floating Press | Publication: | July 1, 2014 |
| Imprint: | The Floating Press | Language: | English |
| Author: | Henry James |
| ISBN: | 9781776582730 |
| Publisher: | The Floating Press |
| Publication: | July 1, 2014 |
| Imprint: | The Floating Press |
| Language: | English |
What is the true function of the artist in society? Do fame and acclaim help or hinder the artist's pursuit of creative expression? These are the timeless questions underpinning this classic novel from American literary legend Henry James. The story follows the parallel career trajectories of two artists: Nick Dormer, who is trying to juggle both a political career and his love of painting, and Miriam Rooth, an ambitious young actress who will do anything to achieve success.
What is the true function of the artist in society? Do fame and acclaim help or hinder the artist's pursuit of creative expression? These are the timeless questions underpinning this classic novel from American literary legend Henry James. The story follows the parallel career trajectories of two artists: Nick Dormer, who is trying to juggle both a political career and his love of painting, and Miriam Rooth, an ambitious young actress who will do anything to achieve success.
