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The Beast in the Jungle

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This adaptation explores themes of psychological introspection, existential dread, and the intricacies of personal relationships. It delves into the impact of inner fears and unfulfilled expectations on individual lives. Readers are advised to consider their emotional readiness and comfort level with themes of psychological complexity and personal reflection before engaging with this content.

Reading Levels

Total Words 18536
Unique Words 2809
Reading Ease
Total Words 15313
Unique Words 2167
Reading Ease
Total Words 11681
Unique Words 1423
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The Beast in the Jungle

About the Author

Henry James (1843-1916) was an American-British author renowned for his keen psychological insights and sophisticated narrative style. His works, such as The Portrait of a Lady and The Turn of the Screw, explore complex human emotions and the effects of cultural differences. James’s writing is celebrated for its depth and its nuanced examination of character and society.

Story Overview

Immerse yourself in the poignant world of The Beast in the Jungle with our leveled reading adaptation. Set in the early 20th century, follow the introspective journey of John Marcher as he grapples with his profound sense of impending doom and the emotional complexities of his relationship with the enigmatic May Bartram. Through subtle explorations of fate, self-awareness, and unfulfilled potential, this adaptation brings to life Henry James's tale of psychological depth and the human condition.

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Synchronized Materials

Each text is broken down into numbered passages, synchronized across all versions, enabling every student to follow along in class discussions, regardless of the reading level they are using.

Passage numbers are available in the web reader and in the margins of our paperback copies.

A Multimedia Reading Experience

Combine Print & Digital

The author's original words are always just a tap away. Easily reference the original language of any one of our leveled readers by visiting our web application and jumping to the corresponding passage.