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680 The Jolly Corner by Henry James - Part 2

The History of Literature

CHAPTER

Haunting Reflections

This chapter explores Spencer Bryden's introspective journey as he navigates his memories and the ghostly echoes of a life not lived. Through contemplative wandering in his grand, empty house, he grapples with themes of nostalgia, identity, and the allure of the past. As he seeks out elusive spirits, the narrative intertwines his psychological struggle with deeper insights into his social existence and the tension between reality and his fantasies.

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