Isabel Archer is young, intelligent, and determined to forge her own path. When she leaves America for England after her father’s death, she dreams of a future unburdened by convention. At her aunt’s country estate, she turns down a wealthy suitor, embracing the promise of independence and adventure.
But in a world where freedom comes at a cost, Isabel’s choices soon entangle her in a fate she never expected. As she struggles against society’s expectations, she must confront the consequences of her decisions—and whether she can ever truly escape the life others have planned for her.
One of Henry James’s most celebrated novels, The Portrait of a Lady is a timeless exploration of ambition, love, and the tension between personal freedom and social obligation.
