The Soft Side

The Soft Side is a collection of short stories about love and longing that spans different periods. Henry James wrote these stories to explore the meanings of love and its many facets, from the intensity of first love to an enduring friendship. The stories are told from a variety of perspectives with rich characters who must come to terms with their feelings to have a relationship with others. This innovative, fast-paced volume provides an introduction to James' works and life as well as an overview of his writings on American culture, with engaging retellings from the perspective of each character who appears in his stories.