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In The Europeans, Eugenia, Baroness Munster, is about to be repudiated by her husband, a German prince. With her artist brother, she travels to Boston to visit relatives that she has never met in the hope of finding a wealthy new husband. Their uncle, Mr. Wentworth, sets them up in a nearby house, and his children, Gertrude, Charlotte, and Clifford, soon become friends with their newly found cousins.

Peter Brench es un hombre muy rico íntimo amigo del matrimonio Mallow. Está secretamente enamorado de la Sra Mallow. El Señor Mallow, un escultor más que mediocre, es un soñador empedernido quien atribuye su fracaso artístico a distintos factores, pero nunca a su falta de talento. Lancelot, el hijo de los Mallow va a París a iniciarse en la carrera artístisca pero se percata de su falta de talento que le confiesa a Peter, su padrino. Los dos prometen guardar el secreto del otro en aras de que todo siga tal cual para no enturbiar las relaciones familiares.

May, 1982. Britain celebrates the sinking of the Belgrano, Jimmy Savile has the run of the airwaves and Denton Police Division welcomes its first black policeman, DC Waters - recently relocated from East London. While the force is busy dealing with a spate of local burglaries, the body of 15-year-old Samantha Ellis is discovered in woodland next to the nearby railway track. Then a 15-year-old boy is found dead on Denton's golf course, his organs removed.

Join us on a delightful journey through the heart of Italy as the author shares cherished memories spanning decades. Experience the enchanting landscapes, vibrant culture, and unforgettable characters that breathe life into Italian art and everyday moments. This heartfelt tribute invites listeners to savor the beauty of Italy, showcasing the passion and warmth that inspire a lifelong love affair with this captivating country. - Summary by barbara2

In this captivating tale first published in 1883, Henry James explores the life of an American woman navigating her new life in England. Unlike the upper-class protagonists of his previous works, she hails from the rugged American West, bringing a unique perspective to her transatlantic experience. Join us as we delve into her challenges and triumphs in this richly woven narrative. - Summary by Nicholas Clifford

In a world overflowing with “celebrities” whose sole claim to fame is media adoration, it’s fascinating to look back at the time of Henry James. Long before todays media frenzy, James was skeptical of the press and famously avoided newspaper interviews. His short story, “The Papers,” offers a glimpse into the origins of celebrity culture through the eyes of two ambitious London journalists who navigate the world of fame—a world where being famous for being famous was already taking root. Join us as we explore this intriguing narrative with Nicholas Clifford.

In the world of late Victorian literature, wealthy American girls journeying to England to secure noble titles through marriage were a familiar trope. Edith Wharton dubbed them The Buccaneers, and their legacy endures (just think of the Earl of Grantham and his American heiress countess in Downton Abbey). However, in Lady Barbarina, Henry James presents a refreshing twist on this narrative what if the fortune belongs to an American man who is enchanted by the beautiful daughter of an old, titled family that has seen better days? In England, legal marital settlements—akin to todays ...

First published as a serial in 1875, Roderick Hudson marks James’s debut as a significant novelist. Central to this tale is the theme of Americans navigating life in Europe, a recurring motif in much of his work. The story follows Roderick Hudson, a promising young law student from Northampton, Massachusetts, whose unexpected talent for sculpture catches the eye of wealthy patron Rowland Mallett. Mallett decides to support Roderick’s artistic journey in Rome, a vibrant hub of expatriate American culture. As Roderick strives to grow as an artist, he grapples with the complexities of his new...

Immerse yourself in this chilling gothic ghost story, where you become a jury of one. Is the Governess justified in her belief that her wonderful charges, the innocent Miles and Flora, are being tormented by sinister spirits? As the narrative unfolds, darkness descends, leaving you with more questions than answers. Written by Sandra Cullum.

Owen Wingrave, a young man from a family steeped in military tradition, boldly chooses a different path, rejecting the expectations of his ancestors. This decision sets in motion a series of dire consequences. In 1970, Benjamin Britten adapted this powerful story into an opera that explores themes of duty, rebellion, and the haunting legacies of the past. (Summary by David Wales)

In this charming comedy, a devoted sister sets out to rein in her siblings outrageous antics amid the glittering chaos of British high society. Experience a delightful exploration of Anglo-American manners and gain a captivating insight into the vibrancy of late Victorian London. Summary by Deborah Percy

The Turn of the Screw is an 1898 horror novella by Henry James that first appeared in serial format in Collier's Weekly magazine (January 27 - April 16, 1898). Classified as both gothic fiction and a ghost story, the novella focuses on a young governess sent to a remote country house to take charge of two orphans. Unsettled by a dark foreboding of menace within the house, she soon comes to believe that something malevolent is stalking the children in her care. But is the threat to her young charges really a ghostly presence or something else entirely?

This tale is as much a story of the psychology of people as it is of ghosts. How much do grief, ego, spite, and revenge play into our ideas of ghosts and being 'haunted'? This was an early Henry James story before he wrote "Turn of the Screw."

By Henry James Dramatised by Linda Marshall Griffiths. Episode 1: Kate and Merton need money. Milly needs love. How far will they go to get what they want? Kate Croy is in love with Merton Densher; a poor writer. Her rich aunt Maud disapproves. Maud has offered Kate a wealthy existence but if...

Daisy Miller is one of James' most haunting characters. In this reading, Mullen brings her to life in all her innocent playfulness and melancholic yearning.

Henry James wrote many excellent ghost stories, his most famous being, The Turn of the Screw. In The Ghostly Rental a newcomer in town, who loves to walk for exercise, comes upon a deserted rural road. He follows the road and comes upon a house that immediately strikes him as "simply haunted." He is determined to get into the house and find out the truth about it. What he finds out turns out to be quite different than what he expected.

Here are two terrifying and sobering stories of ghosts who will stop at nothing. In Henry James' "The Romance of Certain Old Clothes", a woman's envy of her dead sister threatens to destroy her. In "Lost Hearts", three children learn that a classical scholar's love of the past has led him into a terrible and bloody delusion.

When a young governess is hired to care for two orphans in a country estate, she soon realises that something is lurking in the grounds of the house. But is it a mere ghost or an altogether more sinister presence at work? The tension of this timeless horror is perfectly captured by stage and screen actress Virginia McKenna.

Embark on a captivating six-week adventure with Henry James as he meanders through the enchanting landscapes of France, from the charming vistas of Touraine to the sun-kissed allure of Provence and back north. This travel narrative, originally published in the Atlantic Monthly between 1883 and 1884, showcases Jamess masterful prose and sharp observations, making it a timeless classic in the realm of travel writing. Join us as we delve into the beauty and richness of French culture through Jamess eyes, narrated by Nicholas Clifford.

In this intriguing short story by James, the names of Shakespeare and Stratford are notably absent, yet they loom large over the narrative. The tale revolves around Mr. and Mrs. Gedge, who are lured away from the monotony of their northern town library to become the caretakers of the birthplace of the greatest writer in the English language. But did he really grow up there? The historical evidence is scant, and James cleverly capitalizes “His” when referring to Shakespeare, elevating him to a near-deity status. The essence of the story lies not just in the myth of Shakespeares life but in ...