The Princess Casamassima
About this book
The illegitimate and impoverished son of a dressmaker and a nobleman, Hyacinth Robinson has grown up with a strong sense of beauty that heightens his acute sympathy for the inequalities that surround him. Drawn into a secret circle of radical politics he makes a rash vow to commit a violent act of terrorism. But when the Princess Casamassima—beautiful, clever and bored—takes him up and introduces him to her own world of wealth and refinement, Hyacinth is torn. He is horrified by the destruction that would be wreaked by revolution, but still believes he must honour his vow, and finds himself gripped in an agonizing and, ultimately, fatal dilemma. A compelling blend of psychological observation, wit and compassion, *The Princess Casamassima* (1886) is one of Henry James's most deeply personal novels.
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 986 readers · 511 pages · ≈ 9 h 28 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read The Princess Casamassima?
About ≈ 9 h 28 m — 511 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The Princess Casamassima?
511 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The Princess Casamassima?
It sits on the Romance, History, Fiction shelves.
Is The Princess Casamassima in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Where does The Princess Casamassima take place?
It is set in London (England) during 19th century.
Who wrote The Princess Casamassima?
Henry James.
Where can I read The Princess Casamassima online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library