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Across a wide range of literary works, the word "James" functions both as a personal name imbued with character and as a marker of historical and social context. In biographies, heraldic records, and official documents, "James" identifies notable figures—such as Colonel James Callander, whose entry in a heraldic guide ([1]) lends historical weight, or the numerous Sir James figures who embody authority and formal conduct in narratives ([2], [3], [4]). In the realm of fiction, the name appears as a touchstone of personal identity: Jane Austen’s characters refer to and address individuals named James with a mix of endearment and reproach ([5], [6]), while John Galsworthy weaves the name into the characters' internal musings and interpersonal dialogues ([7], [8], [9]). Furthermore, "James" extends beyond a mere personal identifier, surfacing in place names and institutional settings—such as St. James’s referenced in diaries and memoirs ([10], [11])—which underscores its broader cultural and historical resonance in literature.
  1. (15) Colonel James Callander of Craigforth, born 1774, died ——, married (as his 3rd wife) 1776.
    — from A Complete Guide to Heraldry by Arthur Charles Fox-Davies
  2. "Oh, of course, if you like," said Sir James, pulling down his waistcoat, but unable yet to adjust his face good-humoredly.
    — from Middlemarch by George Eliot
  3. His confidence in Sir James was growing.
    — from The Secret Adversary by Agatha Christie
  4. Sir James again felt Mrs. Vandemeyer’s pulse.
    — from The Secret Adversary by Agatha Christie
  5. No, James should never hear Isabella's name mentioned by her again.”
    — from Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen
  6. Not that James ever complains; but it is right to spare our horses when we can.
    — from Emma by Jane Austen
  7. 'He's fond of her, I know,' thought James. '
    — from The Forsyte Saga, Volume I. by John Galsworthy
  8. “How's that?” said James.
    — from The Forsyte Saga, Volume I. by John Galsworthy
  9. Again James eyed him suspiciously—this young man had a peculiar way of putting things: “Well!”
    — from The Forsyte Saga, Volume I. by John Galsworthy
  10. St; James’s fair was held first in the open space near St. James’s Palace, and afterwards in St. James’s Market.
    — from The Diary of Samuel Pepys — Complete by Samuel Pepys
  11. Commissioner Middleton and I to St. James’s, where with the rest of our company we attended on our usual business the Duke of York.
    — from The Diary of Samuel Pepys — Complete by Samuel Pepys

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