Liar
by Henry James
'Liar' Summary
Oliver Lyon, a successful painter, is invited to spend a weekend at the country home of Lady Barbara Peverel, a woman he once loved. He is surprised to learn that her husband, Captain Hugh Peverel, has a peculiar habit of telling lies. As Oliver investigates, he discovers that Captain Peverel's habit is more than just a harmless quirk - it is a symptom of a deep-seated psychological problem. Oliver's attempts to help Captain Peverel uncover the truth lead him into a dangerous game of deception and betrayal. The Liar is a complex and suspenseful novel that explores the themes of love, betrayal, and the nature of truth.Book Details
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Henry James
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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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