The Beast in the Jungle

In "The Beast in the Jungle," Henry James intricately weaves a psychological exploration of fate, love, and existential dread. The novella centers on John Marcher, a man who believes he is destined to confront a profound, life-altering event, which he terms 'the beast.' Set against a backdrop of fin-de-siècle societal conventions, James's lyrical prose merges impressionistic details with deep int...