During this period, Henry James continued his activities in Rye, maintaining correspondence with various literary figures. His letters reflect his daily life and creative process, offering insights into his personal and literary worlds. Notable correspondents include W.D. Howells, Mrs. Wharton, and H.G. Wells, as well as his brother William James, with whom he shared close personal ties and philosophical discussions. Life in Rye deeply influenced his reflections and writing, serving as a harmonious blend of his work and personal thoughts. His observations on societal changes and literary trends during this time are evident throughout his letters. He also shared glimpses of his simple pleasures, such as gardening and engaging with the local community, which bring a sense of intimacy to his writings. The evolving role of literature and the individual amidst the shifting times became a significant theme. Rye stood as a literary retreat and center of contemplation for James, shaping much of his work. The letters from this period are invaluable for understanding his inner world and literary pursuits.

VI. Rye?(continued): 1904-1909
To W. D. Howells
To Edward Lee Childe
To W. E. Norris
To Mrs. Julian Sturgis
To J. B. Pinker
To Henry James, junior
To Mrs. W. K. Clifford
To Edmund Gosse
To W. E. Norris
To Edmund Gosse
To Mrs. W. K. Clifford
To Edward Warren
To Mrs. William James
To William James
To Miss Margaret James
To H. G. Wells
To William James
To W. E. Norris
To Paul Harvey
To William James
To William James
To Miss Margaret James
To Mrs. Dew-Smith
To Mrs. Wharton
To W. E. Norris
To Thomas Sergeant Perry
To Gaillard T. Lapsley
To Bruce Porter
To Miss Grace Norton
To William James, junior
To Howard Sturgis
To Howard Sturgis
To Madame Wagniere
To Mrs. Wharton
To Miss Gwenllian Palgrave
To William James
To W. E. Norris
To W. E. Norris
To Dr. and Mrs. J. William White
To Mrs. Wharton
To Gaillard T. Lapsley
To Mrs. Wharton
To Henry James, junior
To W. D. Howells
To Mrs. Wharton
To J. B. Pinker
To Miss Ellen Emmet
To George Abbot James
To Hugh Walpole
To George Abbot James
To W. E. Norris
To Mrs. Henry White
To W. D. Howells
To Edward Lee Childe
To Hugh Walpole
To Mrs. Wharton
To Arthur Christopher Benson
To Charles Sayle
To Mrs. W. K. Clifford
To Miss Grace Norton
To William James
To H. G. Wells
To Miss Henrietta Reubell
To William James
To Mrs. Wharton
To Madame Wagniere
To Thomas Sergeant Perry
To Owen Wister