Description

In Henry James's classic novella, the beautiful and vivacious American expatriate Daisy Miller captivates and confounds the European society she encounters. Traveling through Switzerland and Italy with her mother and younger brother, Daisy's innocent flirtations and disregard for social conventions are met with scandal and judgment by the expatriate community. Her burgeoning relationship with the sophisticated Frederick Winterbourne becomes a central focus as he struggles to understand her true character and intentions amidst the rigid social codes of the era. This poignant exploration delves into themes of innocence versus experience, cultural misunderstandings, and the tragic consequences of societal prejudice.

Available Editions

paperback edition cover

paperback

Wildside Press

Published Sep 1, 2003

160 pages

ISBN: 9781592243013

available
paperback edition cover

paperback

Penguin

Published Dec 18, 2007

129 pages

ISBN: 9780141441344

available

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Details

First Published

1878

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Daisy Miller by Henry James.

Death/Grief