What Maisie Knew by Henry James
The novel revolves around a young girl named Maisie, who becomes a pawn in the bitter divorce of her self-involved and neglectful parents. Her parents use her to hurt each other, and she is passed back and forth between them, their new spouses, and a sympathetic governess. Throughout the novel, Maisie navigates her way through a world of adult intrigue, betrayal, and selfishness, developing a mature understanding of human nature and relationships.
The 1488th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1897
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 320-480
- Words
- 99,217
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- Famous Authors Name Their Favorite Novels(from 1915) (New York Times)