Henry James, one of America's greatest writers, celebrates his birthday anniversary.
Great Thinker Datebook: April 15.
Henry James, Jr. (1843-1916), American-born British novelist, short-story writer, and critic, is born in New York City. The son of Henry James, Sr. and brother pf philosopher and psychologist William James, Henry James received his early education in Europe but also studied in Harvard Law School.
However, he entered upon a literary career and published his first novel Watch and Ward in 1871. Five years later, he established residence in England, and after almost 40 years, became a British subject.
In his childhood, Henry James was injured. Some scholars suggested that maybe he was psychologically scarred that's why he didn't have a love affair with anyone.
He is famous for classic novels including The Wings of the Dove, Washington Square and The Portrait of a Lady - all made into Hollywood movies.
