PSYCHOLOGICAL SELF-REALIZATION IN HENRY JAMES`S THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY

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Interdisciplinary British and American Studies Journal
Volume:1 Issue:1
PSYCHOLOGICAL SELF-REALIZATION IN HENRY JAMES`S THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY

PSYCHOLOGICAL SELF-REALIZATION IN HENRY JAMES`S THE PORTRAIT OF A LADY

Authors : Zafer Darkouchi

Pages : 43-51

Doi:https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14585640

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Publication Date : 2024-12-31

Article Type : Review Paper

Abstract :Henry James`s The Portrait of a Lady represents a profound exploration of the human psyche, with a particular focus on the psychological struggles of women in the 19th century. The novel employs psychological realism to examine the character of Isabel Archer, an American woman who challenges societal expectations and confronts personal limitations. Through a close textual analysis, the study examines how James utilizes narrative techniques to portray Isabel`s psychological struggles as she challenges gender expectations and seeks personal autonomy. The findings reveal that James not only critiques Victorian societal constraints but also offers a timeless exploration of the complexities of individual desire versus societal pressures, contributing to the discourse on female subjectivity in literature.
Keywords : Henry James, Psychological Realism, The Portrait of a Lady, Female subjectivity, Isabel Archer

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