Daisy Miller by Henry James
"Daisy Miller" is a novella that explores the social differences between American and European society in the late 19th century. The story follows a young, affluent American woman named Daisy Miller, who defies societal norms while traveling in Europe. Her flirtatious behavior and disregard for European customs create a scandal among the upper-class expatriate community, particularly catching the attention of a young American man who is both attracted to and repulsed by her nonconformity. Ultimately, Daisy's refusal to conform to societal expectations leads to her downfall.
The 1191st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1878
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 50-100
- Words
- 21,622
- Original Language
- English
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- 85th on The 100 Greatest Novels (greatbooksguide.com)
- The Book of Great Books: A Guide to 100 World Classics (Book)
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