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Confidence

Henry James

Publisher: Bu Classics Books

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Summary

Bernard Longmore, a man of rational intellect, finds himself unexpectedly falling in love with a woman of questionable reputation while staying at a French resort. As he struggles to trust his emotions over his analytical mind, he becomes entangled in the lives of those around him. James creates a subtle psychological drama centered on the tension between cynical observation and the vulnerability of the heart. This early novel showcases the author’s developing interest in the complexities of human motivation.
Available since: 03/06/2026.
Print length: 304 pages.

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