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  1. 4 days ago · The Aspern Papers (2018) This British drama is based on Henry James' novel of the same name, and it's primarily set in the Italian city of Venice. It follows Morton Vint (Jonathan Rhys Meyers), an editor obsessed with the romantic poet Jeffrey Aspern, as he attempts to locate the celebrated writer's love letters hidden within the possessions of ...

  2. 5 days ago · In Henry James's novella "The Aspern Papers," the pursuit of literary legacy becomes a complex and morally ambiguous endeavor. The narrative unfolds through ...

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  3. Apr 12, 2024 · The Aspern Papers is a 2019 United Kingdom period drama directed by Julien Landais, based on Jean Pavans' scenic adaptation of Henry James' novel. Ambitious editor Morton Vint (Jonathan Rhys-Meyers) is determined to get his hands on the letters Jeffrey Aspern wrote to his beautiful lover and muse, Juliana Bordereau as he is fascinated by the ...

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  5. Apr 6, 2024 · You see, The Aspern Papers, The Altar of the Dead, The Turn of the Screw and The Beast in the Jungle revolve around the idea of certain mysterious events, and the probability of learning the answer to those mysteries is what keeps the story going. The answer itself however, is usually so dissapointing, that the reader feels they have wasted ...

  6. Apr 5, 2024 · A staged reading of a musical adaptation of Henry James’ novella, "The Aspern Papers." The story, originally set in 1888 Venice, has shifted to contemporary Key West. The piece asks how we contend with the art and accomplishments of flawed people. How do we appreciate the achievements of heroes who may also be villains?

  7. Apr 11, 2024 · Henry James (born April 15, 1843, New York, New York, U.S.—died February 28, 1916, London, England) was an American novelist and, as a naturalized English citizen from 1915, a great figure in the transatlantic culture. His fundamental theme was the innocence and exuberance of the New World in clash with the corruption and wisdom of the Old ...

  8. Apr 5, 2024 · “The Papers, a Musical,” a captivating reinterpretation of Henry James’ timeless novella, “The Aspern Papers,” set amidst the vibrant backdrop of Key West. Presented by The Studios of Key West, this staged reading brings together the creative talents of New York-based theater artists Rob Baumgartner, Jr. and Nathan Dame. Join for an immersive exploration of […]

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