The American
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About this book
A reprint of Henry James' "The America" that includes a textual history of the novel, background and source materials, and critical articles by James and others.
Reader Profile
3.7/5 · 7301 readers · 473 pages · ≈ 8 h 46 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read The American?
About ≈ 8 h 46 m — 473 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The American?
473 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The American?
It sits on the Travel, History, Fiction shelves.
Is The American in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in The American?
The main characters include Henry James (1843-1916).
Where does The American take place?
It is set in Paris (France), France, Atlantic States during 1865-1918, 1900-1920, 19th century.
Who wrote The American?
Henry James.
Where can I read The American online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library
Setting
Paris (France)FranceAtlantic States
Time period
1865-19181900-192019th century
Characters
Henry James (1843-1916)