Publisher's Synopsis
A New England Winter is a novel by the acclaimed American author, Henry James. Set in the rural town of Northampton, Massachusetts, the story follows the lives of a group of characters as they navigate the harsh realities of winter in New England. The novel is a poignant exploration of the human condition, as James delves into themes of love, loss, and the struggle for personal identity.The central character of the novel is a young woman named Catherine Sloper, who is struggling to find her place in the world. Catherine is the daughter of a wealthy doctor, and she is often overshadowed by her beautiful and charismatic cousin, Morris Townsend. Despite her father's disapproval, Catherine falls deeply in love with Morris, and their relationship becomes the focal point of the novel.As the winter months drag on, the characters are forced to confront their deepest fears and desires. James masterfully weaves together the various storylines, creating a rich tapestry of human emotion and experience. The novel is a powerful exploration of the complexities of human relationships, and the ways in which love and loss shape our lives.A New England Winter is a beautifully written and deeply moving novel that will stay with readers long after they have turned the final page. It is a testament to James' skill as a writer, and his ability to capture the essence of the human experience.Florimond, however, did not particularly wonder why his brother-in-law had not been round to bid him welcome. It was for Mrs. Daintry that this anxiety was reserved; and what made it worse was her uncertainty as to whether she should be justified in mentioning the subject to Joanna. It might wound Joanna to suggest to her that her husband was derelict, --especially if she did not think so, and she certainly gave her mother no opening; and, on the other hand, Florimond might have ground for complaint if Arthur should continue not to notice him. Mrs. Daintry earnestly desired that nothing of this sort should happen, and took refuge in the hope that Florimond would have adopted the foreign theory of visiting, in accordance with which the new-comer was to present himself first.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work