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The American
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The American

Written by Henry James

The American is a novel by Henry James, first published in 1877, that tells the story of Christopher Newman, an American businessman who travels to Europe and becomes infatuated with a French aristocrat.

The novel explores themes of love, class, and cultural differences. It is considered one of James' earliest masterpieces.

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1877
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