"The Middle Years" is a novel-psychological drama by the famous American writer Henry James. In this book, the author examines the psychological aspects of aging and the rationalization of one's life. The main character, being on the verge of an older age, begins to evaluate his achievements, losses and failures, which leads to an internal struggle with the past. Due to the complex internal conflicts and reflections of the hero himself, the reader feels the impulse to evaluate individual achievements and make internal changes to get to know the true self. "Middle Years" is a novel that raises relevant questions about life, relationships and self-discovery.