Watch and ward

In Henry James's lesser-known novel «Watch and Ward,» the narrative unfolds with a keen exploration of social mores and the complexities of human relationships in the Gilded Age. The story centers around the intricate emotional and ethical dilemmas faced by the protagonist, who becomes entwined in the lives of the young women he is tasked with safeguarding. James's signature style, marked by psychological depth and sophisticated prose, invites readers to immerse themselves in the subtleties of thought and perception, while the literary context reflects the transitional tensions of an increasingly... Edasi