Publisher's Synopsis
The Diary of a Man of Fifty is a novella written by the renowned American author, Henry James. The book tells the story of a wealthy middle-aged man named Mr. Gereth who is experiencing a midlife crisis. He is dissatisfied with his life and feels that he has missed out on many opportunities. To cope with his feelings, he decides to write a diary in which he reflects on his past, present, and future.Throughout the book, Mr. Gereth shares his thoughts and feelings about his life, his marriage, his children, and his relationships. He also reflects on his experiences traveling throughout Europe and the United States. As he writes in his diary, he begins to gain a new perspective on his life and the choices he has made. He realizes that it is never too late to make changes and take risks.The Diary of a Man of Fifty is a thoughtful and introspective work that explores the themes of aging, regret, and self-discovery. James' writing style is elegant and sophisticated, and his characters are complex and multi-dimensional. The book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in exploring the complexities of the human experience.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.
