The Diary of a Man of Fifty

""The Diary of a Man of Fifty"" is a novella by the American author Henry James. The story follows the diary entries of a successful and wealthy businessman named Mr. Austin who has just turned fifty years old. Mr. Austin reflects on his life and the choices he has made, particularly in regards to his relationships with women. He is haunted by memories of a woman he loved in his youth and wonders if he made the right decision in marrying his wife. Throughout the novella, Mr. Austin grapples with his feelings of regret and desire for something more meaningful in his life. James explores themes of aging, regret, and the search for fulfillment in this introspective and thought-provoking work.I walked back to the hotel, wondering how I could learn something about the Contessa Salvi-Scarabelli. In the doorway I found the innkeeper, and near him stood a young man whom I immediately perceived to be a compatriot, and with whom, apparently, he had been in conversation.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.