Henry James 'The Pupil'

Most interactions people encounter, if not all, are with other people. There are brief moments throughout life in which we are alone. Society then is connected through are series of relationships some more pleasant then others. The opening of "The Pupil" by Henry James is a perfect example of unpleasant relationships. The beginning of the passage the author has a third-person omniscient point of view, which gives the reader clear insight on how "the poor man" was timid to ask his boss, Mrs. Moreen, what he would get paid. The author feels bad for Mr. Pemberton, which can be seen when he introduces him as "poor" to illustrate he is financially disadvantaged, but at the same time James feels bad for him. It is safe to say Mrs. Moreen