What Maisie Knew
What Maisie Knew by Henry James is a revised edition published by Penguin Publishing Group on November 30, 2010. This 352-page novel explores the life of young Maisie Farange, who, after her parents’ bitter divorce, navigates a world where she is used as a pawn by her selfish mother and vain father. The narrative delves into themes of family life and the complexities of adult relationships, all seen through the perceptive eyes of a child.
Readers will find a rich exploration of emotional intricacies and societal corruption as Maisie becomes increasingly entangled in the adult world around her. The novel presents a nuanced portrayal of innocence amidst turmoil, reflecting Henry James’s innovative narrative techniques and his fascination with the child’s perspective. This edition offers a contemporary look at a classic work, making it a significant addition to the literary canon.
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A new edition of the innovative, emotionally complex novel.
After her parents’ bitter divorce, young Maisie Farange finds herself shuttled between her selfish mother and vain father, who value her only as a means for provoking each other. Maisie—solitary, observant, and wise beyond her years—is drawn into an increasingly entangled adult world of intrigue and sexual betrayal until she is finally compelled to choose her own future. Published in 1897 as Henry James was experimenting with narrative technique and fascinated by the idea of the child’s-eye view, What Maisie Knew is a subtle yet devastating portrayal of an innocent adrift in a corrupt society.
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