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Madame de Mauves
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Erscheinungsdatum
14.05.2026
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Englisch
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9787651548396
Madame de Mauves by Henry James is a refined psychological novella that explores marriage, morality, emotional restraint, and the cultural contrasts between American idealism and European aristocratic society. First published in 1874, it is one of James's early but deeply insightful works, showcasing his emerging mastery of psychological realism and moral complexity.
The story centers on Euphemia de Mauves, an American woman married to a French aristocrat whose character and values fall far short of her ideals. Her marriage becomes a study in disappointment, emotional isolation, and moral endurance, as she struggles to reconcile her principles with her lived reality.
Living in Europe, Euphemia becomes increasingly aware of the differences between her own moral expectations and the more permissive attitudes of the society around her husband. Her emotional life is shaped by loyalty, duty, and a quiet sense of suffering, as she navigates a relationship defined by distance and disillusionment.
Henry James introduces Longmore, an American friend who admires Euphemia and recognizes the emotional and moral cost of her situation. His presence brings an additional layer of tension, as admiration and compassion intersect with questions of love, responsibility, and possibility.
The novella examines themes of marital incompatibility, emotional restraint, moral integrity, cultural difference, and the limits of personal happiness within social constraints. James portrays Euphemia not as a figure of defeat, but as one of quiet dignity and inner strength.
Through subtle dialogue and careful psychological observation, James reveals the unspoken emotions that define the characters' relationships. Much of the narrative's power lies in what is implied rather than directly expressed.
The contrast between American moral seriousness and European social flexibility serves as a central thematic element, highlighting James's ongoing interest in transatlantic cultural differences.
Madame de Mauves remains an important early example of Henry James's exploration of character psychology and moral conflict, admired for its emotional depth and restrained elegance.
Ideal for readers of classic literary fiction, psychological drama, and nineteenth-century novellas, this work offers a thoughtful examination of marriage, integrity, and the complexities of emotional life.
The story centers on Euphemia de Mauves, an American woman married to a French aristocrat whose character and values fall far short of her ideals. Her marriage becomes a study in disappointment, emotional isolation, and moral endurance, as she struggles to reconcile her principles with her lived reality.
Living in Europe, Euphemia becomes increasingly aware of the differences between her own moral expectations and the more permissive attitudes of the society around her husband. Her emotional life is shaped by loyalty, duty, and a quiet sense of suffering, as she navigates a relationship defined by distance and disillusionment.
Henry James introduces Longmore, an American friend who admires Euphemia and recognizes the emotional and moral cost of her situation. His presence brings an additional layer of tension, as admiration and compassion intersect with questions of love, responsibility, and possibility.
The novella examines themes of marital incompatibility, emotional restraint, moral integrity, cultural difference, and the limits of personal happiness within social constraints. James portrays Euphemia not as a figure of defeat, but as one of quiet dignity and inner strength.
Through subtle dialogue and careful psychological observation, James reveals the unspoken emotions that define the characters' relationships. Much of the narrative's power lies in what is implied rather than directly expressed.
The contrast between American moral seriousness and European social flexibility serves as a central thematic element, highlighting James's ongoing interest in transatlantic cultural differences.
Madame de Mauves remains an important early example of Henry James's exploration of character psychology and moral conflict, admired for its emotional depth and restrained elegance.
Ideal for readers of classic literary fiction, psychological drama, and nineteenth-century novellas, this work offers a thoughtful examination of marriage, integrity, and the complexities of emotional life.
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