Author: James, Henry
Synopsis:
In 'The Sacred Fount', an unnamed narrator becomes obsessed with unraveling the mysteries of a group of friends he encounters at a country house. As he delves deeper into their lives, he becomes convinced that they are somehow rejuvenating themselves by stealing the life force of the young. With each revelation, the narrator's own perception of reality becomes increasingly blurred, leading to a shocking climax that challenges the boundaries of truth and perception.
Genres: Psychological fiction, Mystery, Gothic fiction
Themes: Perception vs. reality, Aging and rejuvenation, Obsession, Identity
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