The Pupil

"The Pupil" by Henry James is a psychological fiction that delves into the complexities of moral dilemmas and human relationships. Set in the 19th century, the story explores the dynamics between a tutor and his young pupil, whose innocence and vulnerability come under scrutiny. The plot centers around the financial hardship faced by the pupil's family, which leads to the tutor's involvement in their lives and exposes the intricate social class issues at play. As the tutor navigates his own sense of loyalty and duty, he becomes entangled in a web of manipulation and betrayal. The narrative highlights the tension between personal morality and external pressures, revealing the consequences of choices made in the pursuit of social and financial stability. James's keen psychological insight and exploration of family dynamics and education make "The Pupil" a compelling examination of character and ethical conflict.

,,Elevul" de Henry James este o fictiune psihologica ce exploreaza complexitatea dilemelor morale si a relatiilor umane. Actiunea se petrece in secolul al XIX-lea si exploreaza dinamica dintre un tutore si tanarul sau elev, a carui inocenta si vulnerabilitate sunt supuse unei examinari atente.