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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
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.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
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.