Olive Higgins Prouty, James Montgomery Flagg

The Fifth Wheel

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Olive Higgins Prouty's "The Fifth Wheel: A Novel" offers a compelling glimpse into the social landscape of early 20th-century America, a time of burgeoning feminism and evolving roles for women. This meticulously republished edition brings to life a story deeply rooted in the era's debates surrounding women's suffrage, societal expectations, and the complexities of domesticity. Explore the challenges faced by women navigating the constraints of social class and traditional gender roles. Prouty's work provides a nuanced perspective on the burgeoning feminist movement, exploring the personal and societal conflicts arising from the desire for greater autonomy and opportunity. Through insightful storytelling, "The Fifth Wheel" captures the spirit of a pivotal moment in history, resonating with timeless themes of identity, purpose, and the pursuit of equality. A powerful and evocative read for anyone interested in literary fiction, women's stories, and the history of feminism. 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.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 192
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 277g
• ISBN-13: 9781023023917
• ISBN-10: 1023023911
• Artikelnr.: 74073305

Autorenporträt

Olive Higgins Prouty was an American novelist and poet, renowned for her contributions to literature, particularly in the early 20th century. Born on January 10, 1882, in Worcester, Massachusetts, she became widely known for her novel Stella Dallas (1923), which explored the complexities of social class and maternal sacrifice. Prouty s writing often reflected psychological depth and personal struggles, an approach she later expanded in her 1941 novel Now, Voyager, which delved into the emerging field of psychotherapy. Prouty was a pioneering author in her consideration of psychological themes, making her a notable figure in early 20th-century literature. Her works often centered on women s experiences, social expectations, and emotional development. Throughout her life, she raised four children and spent much of her later years in Brookline, Massachusetts, where she passed away on March 24, 1974, at the age of 92. Olive Higgins Prouty is remembered for her ability to capture complex emotional and psychological landscapes, especially through her focus on women s personal growth and societal roles.