The only reason for the existence of a novel is that it does attempt to represent life.

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Original Citation

James, Henry. "The Art of Fiction." Longman's Magazine. London: C. J. Longman, 4 Sept. 1884.

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James, Henry. "The Art of Fiction." The Portable Henry James. Penguin Classics, 2003.

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A quote by Henry James about purpose of literature: “The only reason for the existence of a novel is that it does attempt…”

A quote by Henry James about purpose of literature: “The only reason for the existence of a novel is that it does attempt…”

A quote by Henry James about purpose of literature: “The only reason for the existence of a novel is that it does attempt…”