Confidence

Confidence

by Henry James

Henry James's *Confidence* is a light-hearted novel that follows the intertwining relationships of artist Bernard Longueville, scientist Gordon Wright, and the enigmatic Angela Vivian. The story navigates various romantic entanglements, with each character's desires and motivations creating a complex web of connections. Despite the humorous tone, the novel offers insights into the social dynamics and complexities of human interaction during the Victorian era.

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Henry James

America, Britain

Henry James was born in New York City on April 15, 1843, into a wealthy and intellectually stimulating family. His father, Henry James Sr., was a Swedenborgian philosopher and his mother, Mary Roberts...

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