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Title: Woman's Trials; Or, Tales and Sketches from the Life around Us
Contents: A lesson of patience -- I didn't think of that -- Taking boarders -- Plain sewing; or, how to encourage the poor -- Jessie Hampton -- The New Year's Gift -- Aunt Mary's preserving kettle -- Home at last -- Going home.
Credits: Produced by Charles Aldarondo. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary: "Woman's Trials; Or, Tales and Sketches from the Life around Us" by T. S. Arthur is a collection of tales and sketches likely written in the mid-19th century. The book seeks to evoke sympathy and understanding for women facing various trials and challenges, highlighting their roles and struggles in society. The opening of the book introduces a character named Jane, who is overwhelmed by her domestic responsibilities and the pressures of managing her household. As she navigates conflicts with her chambermaid and reflects on her circumstances, the narrative delves into her emotional turmoil and feelings of inadequacy. A pivotal moment occurs when Jane hires a washerwoman, Mrs. Partridge, whose own hardships and resilience starkly contrast with Jane's complaints, prompting Jane to reflect on her own attitude towards her struggles. This encounter sets the stage for a broader exploration of women's experiences and the societal expectations placed upon them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Arthur, T. S. (Timothy Shay), 1809-1885
EBook No.: 4617
Published: Nov 1, 2003
Downloads: 112
Language: English
Subject: Women -- Fiction
Subject: Women -- Conduct of life -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Woman's Trials; Or, Tales and Sketches from the Life around Us
Contents: A lesson of patience -- I didn't think of that -- Taking boarders -- Plain sewing; or, how to encourage the poor -- Jessie Hampton -- The New Year's Gift -- Aunt Mary's preserving kettle -- Home at last -- Going home.
Credits: Produced by Charles Aldarondo. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary: "Woman's Trials; Or, Tales and Sketches from the Life around Us" by T. S. Arthur is a collection of tales and sketches likely written in the mid-19th century. The book seeks to evoke sympathy and understanding for women facing various trials and challenges, highlighting their roles and struggles in society. The opening of the book introduces a character named Jane, who is overwhelmed by her domestic responsibilities and the pressures of managing her household. As she navigates conflicts with her chambermaid and reflects on her circumstances, the narrative delves into her emotional turmoil and feelings of inadequacy. A pivotal moment occurs when Jane hires a washerwoman, Mrs. Partridge, whose own hardships and resilience starkly contrast with Jane's complaints, prompting Jane to reflect on her own attitude towards her struggles. This encounter sets the stage for a broader exploration of women's experiences and the societal expectations placed upon them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Arthur, T. S. (Timothy Shay), 1809-1885
EBook No.: 4617
Published: Nov 1, 2003
Downloads: 112
Language: English
Subject: Women -- Fiction
Subject: Women -- Conduct of life -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.