Madame De Mauves: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Madame De Mauves is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for James, Henry (1843–1916).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Madame De Mauves" by Henry James is a novella published in 1874. An American woman's idealistic marriage to a French comte crumbles when she discovers his true character and infidelities. When a wealthy American friend falls in love with her, he faces an impossible choice between honor and desire. As tensions escalate and the comte's family encourages an affair, Madame de Mauves demands something unexpected from her admirer. This tale of international marriage explores the clash between American morality and French sophistication, leading to devastating consequences that haunt everyone involved.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Madame De Mauves
- Author credits: James, Henry (1843–1916)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Americans -- France -- Fiction
- Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
- Married people -- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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