Description
In the glittering salons of London and the sun-drenched palazzos of Venice, a tragic entanglement unfolds between the innocent American heiress Milly Theale and the ambitious lovers Kate Croy and Merton Densher. Drawn together by a dangerous mix of desire, greed, and the desperate hope for salvation, their lives become inextricably linked in a complex web of conspiracy. Henry James masterfully explores themes of betrayal, self-deception, and the devastating consequences of human frailty in this profound exploration of love in its most terrible and enchanting forms.
Available Editions
paperback
Modern Library
Published Jan 1, 2003
741 pages
ISBN: 9780812967197
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Details
First Published
1902
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Wings of the Dove by Henry James.