The Altar of the Dead

"The Altar of the Dead" by Henry James is a a written in the early 20th century. This literary work delves into themes of memory, loss, and the rituals we establish to honor those we have lost. The story revolves around George Stransom, a middle-aged man who grapples with the profound emptiness left by the death of his beloved, and later extends his contemplation of death to a brr consideration of all who have passed from his life.