| Author |
Gardener, Helen H. (Helen Hamilton), 1853-1925 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Stanton, Elizabeth Cady, 1815-1902 |
| Title |
Pray You, Sir, Whose Daughter?
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Pray You, Sir, Whose Daughter?" by Helen H. Gardener is a novel written in the late 19th century. This poignant work explores themes of poverty, social class, and the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society. The story revolves around the character Gertrude Foster and her evolving understanding of love, self-reliance, and the societal expectations imposed on women. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Mrs. Foster, who expresses disdain for the uncleanliness often associated with poverty, demonstrating her lack of empathy towards the less fortunate. This conversation sets the stage for Gertrude’s internal struggle between her sheltered life and her growing awareness of the harsher realities many people face. John Martin, a family friend, challenges the Fosters' views, highlighting the distance between their privileged existence and the grim conditions of poorer classes. As the narrative unfolds, Gertrude starts to grapple with her ideas about love, self-worth, and the societal constructs that define womanhood, hinting at her impending journey towards self-discovery and activism. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
37355 |
| Release Date |
Mar 16, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 22, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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