{"product_id":"daisy-miller-a-study-large-print","title":"Daisy Miller: A Study — Large Print","description":"\u003cp\u003eHave you ever wondered why being yourself can be the boldest rebellion in society? Daisy Miller: A Study – Social Expectations and Innocence in a Foreign Land by Henry James is a poignant novella that dissects the tension between individuality and conformity, and how rigid social codes can shatter lives. Set against the picturesque backdrops of Vevey, Switzerland and Rome, Italy, this tale follows Daisy Miller, a spirited young American woman who defies the conventions of 19th-century European elite society. Her friendliness and independence, viewed through the lens of propriety and suspicion, lead to social isolation and tragic misunderstanding. Through the eyes of Winterbourne, a reserved expatriate who becomes captivated by Daisy, readers experience a slow unraveling of assumptions—about character, morality, and what it means to truly understand another person. Henry James crafts a razor-sharp exploration of appearances versus reality, social cruelty, and the cost of nonconformity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll discover in this modern edition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ein This Timeless Classic:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Complex Female Protagonist – Daisy Miller is charming, defiant, and misunderstood —a character who challenges gender roles and social expectations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Cross-Cultural Critique – Dive into the cultural clash between free-spirited American ideals and rigid European social hierarchies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThemes of Perception and Misjudgment – Witness how gossip and reputation shape —and ruin—lives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Study in Social Hypocrisy – Reflect on the cost of conformity and the danger of judging others through a narrow lens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHenry James’s Masterful Prose – Elegant, nuanced, and filled with psychological insight. This edition presents Daisy Miller in a refined, modern format that preserves the novel’s emotional depth and timeless relevance. I\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe unforgettable figure of Daisy Miller—independent, bold, and tragically misunderstood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA powerful reflection on how appearances and social pressure can shape fate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Library of Alexandria","offers":[{"title":"Large Print Paperback","offer_id":58289363779932,"sku":"LOA-C1429-LPPB","price":5.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Print Hardcover","offer_id":58289363812700,"sku":"LOA-C1429-LPHC","price":14.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Print eBook","offer_id":58289363845468,"sku":"LOA-C1429-LPEB","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1027\/9442\/8764\/files\/1429_Daisy_Miller_A_Study__large_print__ebook__pages-126__trim-6x9in__1800x2700px.jpg?v=1784150535","url":"https:\/\/libraryofalexandria.com\/products\/daisy-miller-a-study-large-print","provider":"The Library of Alexandria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}