Notes on James' "The American" (Cliffs notes) - Softcover

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In CliffsNotes on James' The American, you follow the arrival of a rich American in Europe in search of wife.

Looking inside the realism of a novel that focuses on a class of people who can afford to enjoy the refinements of life, this study guide focuses on the life and background of the author, the novel's characters, and the following:

• Introduction to the novel's structure
• Chapter-by-chapter summaries and commentaries
• Critical essay on meaning through social contrast
• Analysis of James' use of foreshadowing, symbolism, and point of view
• Essay topics and review questions to help polish your knowledge

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