Items related to The Spoils of Poynton (Classics S)
Mrs Gereth is convinced that Fleda Vetch would make the perfect daughter-in-law. Only the dreamy, highly-strung young woman can genuinely appreciate, and perhaps eventually share, Mrs Gereth's passion for her 'things' - the antique treasures she has amassed at Poynton Park in the south of England. Owen Gereth, however, has inconveniently become engaged to the uncultured Mona Brigstock. As a dramatic family quarrel unfolds, the hesitating Fleda is drawn in, yet she remains reluctant to captivate Owen, who seems as attracted to her as she is to him. Is she motivated by scruple or fear? In The Spoils of Poynton (1897), Henry James created a work of exquisite ambiguity in his depiction of three women fighting for the allegiance of one weak-willed man.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
Henry James (1843-1916) was born in New York and settled in Europe in 1875. He was a regular contributor of reviews, critical essays, and short stories to American periodicals. He is best known for his many novels of American and European character.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherPenguin Classics
- Publication date1987
- ISBN 10 0140432884
- ISBN 13 9780140432886
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages256
- EditorLodge David, Crick Patricia
- Rating
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Seller Image
The Spoils of Poynton (Penguin Classics) [Soft Cover ]
Published by
Penguin Classics
(1988)
ISBN 10: 0140432884
ISBN 13: 9780140432886
New
Soft Cover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Soft Cover. Condition: new. Seller Inventory # 9780140432886
Buy New
£ 10.15
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Spoils of Poynton (Penguin Classics)
Published by
Penguin Classics
(1988)
ISBN 10: 0140432884
ISBN 13: 9780140432886
New
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Buy with confidence! Book is in new, never-used condition. Seller Inventory # bk0140432884xvz189zvxnew
Buy New
£ 15.25
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Spoils of Poynton (Penguin Classics)
Published by
Penguin Classics
(1988)
ISBN 10: 0140432884
ISBN 13: 9780140432886
New
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. New! This book is in the same immaculate condition as when it was published. Seller Inventory # 353-0140432884-new
Buy New
£ 15.25
Convert currency
Seller Image
The Spoils of Poynton (Paperback)
Published by
Penguin Books Ltd, London
(1987)
ISBN 10: 0140432884
ISBN 13: 9780140432886
New
Paperback
First Edition
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Mrs Gereth is convinced that Fleda Vetch would make the perfect daughter-in-law. Only the dreamy, highly-strung young woman can genuinely appreciate, and perhaps eventually share, Mrs Gereth's passion for her 'things' - the antique treasures she has amassed at Poynton Park in the south of England. Owen Gereth, however, has inconveniently become engaged to the uncultured Mona Brigstock. As a dramatic family quarrel unfolds, the hesitating Fleda is drawn in, yet she remains reluctant to captivate Owen, who seems as attracted to her as she is to him. Is she motivated by scruple or fear? In The Spoils of Poynton (1897), Henry James created a work of exquisite ambiguity in his depiction of three women fighting for the allegiance of one weak-willed man. Mrs Gereth is convinced that Fleda Vetch would make the perfect daughter-in-law. Owen Gereth, however, has inconveniently become engaged to the uncultured Mona Brigstock. As a family quarrel unfolds, Fleda is drawn in, yet she remains reluctant to captivate Owen, who seems as attracted to her as she is to him. Is she motivated by scruple or fear? Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780140432886
Buy New
£ 15.28
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Spoils of Poynton
Published by
Penguin Books Ltd
(1988)
ISBN 10: 0140432884
ISBN 13: 9780140432886
New
Paperback / softback
Quantity: 3
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. Mrs Gereth is convinced that Fleda Vetch would make the perfect daughter-in-law. Owen Gereth, however, has inconveniently become engaged to the uncultured Mona Brigstock. As a family quarrel unfolds, Fleda is drawn in, yet she remains reluctant to captivate Owen, who seems as attracted to her as she is to him. Is she motivated by scruple or fear?. Seller Inventory # B9780140432886
Buy New
£ 10.77
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Spoils of Poynton (Classics)
Published by
Penguin Classics
(1987)
ISBN 10: 0140432884
ISBN 13: 9780140432886
New
Paperback
Quantity: 3
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: New. BRAND NEW ** SUPER FAST SHIPPING FROM UK WAREHOUSE ** 30 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE. Seller Inventory # 9780140432886-GDR
Buy New
£ 11.10
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Spoils of Poynton (Penguin Classics)
Published by
Penguin Classics
(1988)
ISBN 10: 0140432884
ISBN 13: 9780140432886
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. New. Fast Shipping and good customer service. Seller Inventory # Holz_New_0140432884
Buy New
£ 18.11
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Spoils of Poynton
Published by
Penguin Classics
(1987)
ISBN 10: 0140432884
ISBN 13: 9780140432886
New
Paperback
Quantity: 2
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Brand New. reissue edition. 256 pages. 8.00x5.25x0.75 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # __0140432884
Buy New
£ 12.02
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Spoils of Poynton (Penguin Classics)
Published by
Penguin Classics
(1988)
ISBN 10: 0140432884
ISBN 13: 9780140432886
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. Seller Inventory # think0140432884
Buy New
£ 22.16
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Spoils of Poynton (Penguin Classics)
Published by
Penguin Classics
(1988)
ISBN 10: 0140432884
ISBN 13: 9780140432886
New
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: new. Seller Inventory # FrontCover0140432884
Buy New
£ 23.81
Convert currency