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#OTD in 1895.

The première of Henry James's historical drama Guy Domville held at St James's Theatre in London is booed. This failure largely marked the end of James's attempt to conquer the theatre.

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Cover of original 1894 J. Miles & Co. edition of Guy Domville. The title "Guy Domville" and the author's name, "Henry James," are prominently displayed in an elegant serif font, typical of Victorian publishing aesthetics. The cover might include ornamental flourishes or a simple border framing the text. These embellishments would be subtle, ensuring the focus remains on the title and author.

book by Henry James

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