The Romance of a Million Dollars - Dejeans, Elizabeth
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Elizabeth Dejeans was the pen name of American author Mabel Wagnalls (1869-1946). She was the daughter of the founder of Wagnalls Publishing Company and wrote novels and short stories. Her works often explored themes of romance, society, and personal ambition, and she gained popularity for her engaging, character-driven narratives. Wagnalls also wrote under her real name, and she was well-regarded for her contributions to American literature during her time.

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Elizabeth Dejeans was the pen name of American author Mabel Wagnalls (1869-1946). She was the daughter of the founder of Wagnalls Publishing Company and wrote novels and short stories. Her works often explored themes of romance, society, and personal ambition, and she gained popularity for her engaging, character-driven narratives. Wagnalls also wrote under her real name, and she was well-regarded for her contributions to American literature during her time.
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Frances Elizabeth Janes Budgett, who wrote under the pen name Elizabeth Dejeans, was born on December 27, 1868, in New Philadelphia, Ohio. She was the daughter of Leroy Lansing Janes. Her early life was shaped by a thoughtful and well-educated upbringing, which later influenced her literary interests. Dejeans became recognized for her novels that addressed complex social questions and explored the inner dimensions of human experience. Her ability to delve into emotional and psychological realities allowed her to carve a distinct place in early 20th-century American literature. Her writing often reflected the intersections between individual aspiration and societal constraint, giving voice to experiences that were frequently overlooked or marginalized in her time. Three of her novels were adapted into silent films, demonstrating the reach and popularity of her narratives during her lifetime. Although much of her work is lesser-known today, it resonated strongly with readers of her era for its candid and layered portrayals. She died on February 6, 1928, in Dover, Ohio, at the age of 59. Dejeans left behind a legacy that contributed to the literary landscape of her period through stories that sought deeper understanding of the self within broader cultural frameworks.