The Death of the Lion: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Death of the Lion is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for James, Henry (1843–1916).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Death of the Lion" by Henry James is a short story published in 1894. When writer Neil Paraday suddenly achieves fame, society's elite clamor to lionize him—but few have actually read his work. A devoted narrator watches helplessly as relentless admirers and socialites drain Paraday's energy, pulling him from his writing into endless parties and publicity. As the author grows ill from overexposure, one careless guest loses his precious manuscript. James crafts a biting, darkly comic satire about celebrity worship and the dangerous gap between literary fame and genuine appreciation.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Death of the Lion
- Author credits: James, Henry (1843–1916)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Authors -- Fiction
- Authorship -- Fiction
- Manners and customs -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Short Stories
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