Notes on Novelists, with Some Other Notes

Published in 1914, 'Notes on Novelists, with Some Other Notes' is a collection of literary criticism by Henry James, reflecting on two decades of his thoughts on various writers. The essays cover a range of authors from French, Italian, English, and American literature, including George Sand, Balzac, and Zola. Notably, the volume features the controversial essay 'The New Novel,' where James critiques contemporary writers and their approaches. This work is significant for its insights into the evolution of the novel and James's critical perspectives.