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Marietta Holley's "Betsey Bobbett: A Drama" offers a humorous and satirical glimpse into 20th-century American domestic life. This engaging play uses wit and humor to explore the relationships between men and women. As a sharp commentary on its time, "Betsey Bobbett" provides a unique perspective on social dynamics through the lens of American drama. This meticulously prepared edition allows readers to experience Holley's work in its original printed form, preserving the nuances of language and style that made it a notable piece of literature. Discover the enduring appeal of this classic play,…mehr

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Marietta Holley's "Betsey Bobbett: A Drama" offers a humorous and satirical glimpse into 20th-century American domestic life. This engaging play uses wit and humor to explore the relationships between men and women. As a sharp commentary on its time, "Betsey Bobbett" provides a unique perspective on social dynamics through the lens of American drama. This meticulously prepared edition allows readers to experience Holley's work in its original printed form, preserving the nuances of language and style that made it a notable piece of literature. Discover the enduring appeal of this classic play, where humor and insightful observation combine to create a timeless story about people and their interactions. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Marietta Holley (1836-1926), an American humorist and writer widely celebrated for her comedic take on various social issues, particularly those concerning women's rights and suffrage, created a literary legacy under the pen name 'Josiah Allen's Wife.' She hailed from Jefferson County, New York, and began her career as a writer in the late 19th century. With a satirical voice often compared to that of Mark Twain, Holley's writing is characterized by its blend of humor, dialect, and keen observations on rural life. Among her prominent works, 'Betsey Bobbett: A Drama' captures the travails and tribulations of her titular character-a spinster who is both comic and poignant in her quest for matrimonial bliss. Holley employed Betsey Bobbett as an emblematic figure to critique the societal expectations of women and the absurdity of romantic ideals during her time. Throughout her prolific career, Holley authored at least 25 books, and her works were translated into several languages, allowing her to reach an international audience. Her literary style not only entertained but also contributed significantly to the discourse around gender equality, making her an important figure in the landscape of American feminist literature.