{"product_id":"the-altar-of-the-dead-henry-james-9781022943216","title":"The Altar of the Dead","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn Henry James's poignant short story, \"The Altar of the Dead,\" explore the enduring power of memory and the complexities of grief. This literary and psychological study delves into the human need for remembrance and the solace found in commemorating those who have passed. James masterfully crafts a narrative that examines the nature of loss and the personal rituals we create to honor the departed. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThrough evocative prose, this short story invites readers to contemplate the role of the past in shaping our present. \"The Altar of the Dead\" is a timeless exploration of human emotion, reminding us of the importance of cherishing memories and finding meaning in the face of mortality. A classic work from a master storyteller, this edition offers a meticulously prepared republication of James's insightful tale.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Henry James\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1022943219\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781022943216\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Anson Street Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/28\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 40\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.16lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.08d","brand":"Henry James","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47520334610687,"sku":"9781022943216","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_1362a7d4-3a9c-4153-bdea-c1160e8c1032.jpg?v=1762884967","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-altar-of-the-dead-henry-james-9781022943216","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}