"e;Washington Square"e; by Henry James is a captivating novel set in 19th-century New York City. The story revolves around Catherine Sloper, a shy and plain-looking young woman, and her overbearing father, Dr. Austin Sloper. When Catherine falls in love with the charming Morris Townsend, Dr. Sloper is suspicious of his motives, believing he is only interested in her inheritance. As the drama unfol...