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""Theory and Practice in Henry James"" is a scholarly examination of the artistic principles and narrative methods of one of the most significant figures in Anglo-American literature. Herbert Leland Hughes provides an in-depth analysis of how Henry James's aesthetic theories, often articulated in his celebrated essays and prefaces, are realized within the structure and execution of his fictional works. The study explores James's development of the ""point of view,"" his meticulous approach to character consciousness, and his commitment to the craft of the novel as a serious art form. By bridging the gap between James as a critic and James as a novelist, this work offers valuable insights into the technical mastery and psychological depth that define his literary legacy. Hughes's analysis underscores the intellectual rigor James brought to the genre, establishing a foundation for modern literary criticism and the evolution of the novel. Ideal for scholars and enthusiasts of late 19th and early 20th-century literature, this volume illuminates the deliberate artistry behind James's major works, exploring the relationship between the author's theoretical vision and his practical achievements in prose. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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