The Tragic Muse
The Tragic Muse is a classic romance novel by Henry James. Readers will find themes of England, man-woman relationships, artists and theater.
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About The Tragic Muse
"The Tragic Muse" by Henry James is a novel published in 1890. Nick Dormer abandons his promising political career to pursue painting, while Miriam Rooth struggles to become a great actress. Their artistic ambitions clash with romantic expectations and family obligations. Nick's relationship with the politically ambitious Julia Dallow unravels, while diplomat Peter Sherringham falls hopelessly in love with the charismatic Miriam. Set against English society and the theatrical world, this sprawling tale explores the price of artistic dedication and the conflicts between personal passion and conventional success.
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Who wrote The Tragic Muse?
The Tragic Muse was written by Henry James.
What genre is The Tragic Muse?
It is usually shelved as Classic Love Stories.
Is The Tragic Muse free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
What books are similar to The Tragic Muse?
Readers who like it often enjoy Persuasion, Tess of the d'Urbervilles and Set in Silver.
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