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541 The Altar of the Dead by Henry James

The History of Literature

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Exploring the theme of loss and forgiveness and discussing if we can forgive those who have wronged us, even after they have passed away, and what it means if we don't feel the need to forgive. Using 'The Altar of the Dead' by Henry James as an example, they delve into James's personal experiences with loss and grief and how he incorporated them into his fiction.

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