The Bostonians by Henry James
This novel is a satirical depiction of the post-Civil War feminist movement in Boston. The story revolves around a young feminist advocate, her conservative cousin, and a charming young man who wants to marry her. The novel explores themes of feminism, male dominance, and the battle between tradition and progress. It also provides a critical view of the era's political reformers and abolitionists.
The 3928th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1886
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- 176,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 87th on Radcliffe's 100 Best Novels (Radcliffe Publishing Course)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)
- One Hundred Best American Novels, 1770 to 1985 (The American Scholar)