Henry James (1843-1916) was an influential American novelist, short story writer, and literary critic who spent much of his life in England. He is known for his novels that explore the cultural contrast between Europe and America, the psychology of his characters, and themes such as morality, innocence, and experience. Among his most prominent works are "The Portrait of a Lady," "The Ambassadors," and "The Turn of the Screw." He became a naturalized British citizen in 1915.