Daisy Miller

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Set against the backdrop of Switzerland and Italy, the story revolves around the captivating Daisy Miller, an American girl whose flirtatious nature clashes with the expectations of expatriate society. Her interactions with the sophisticated Winterbourne reveal the cultural tensions between Americans and Europeans. Introduced by her younger brother, Daisy embodies youthful freedom, while Winterbourne grapples with societal pressures and personal attachments. Through their relationship, Henry James explores themes of cultural stereotypes and the tragic consequences of social conformity.