Without Beauty: Or the Story of a Plain Woman (1883)

Without Beauty: Or The Story Of A Plain Woman is a novel written by Zenaide Marie A. Fleuriot and first published in 1883. The book tells the story of a woman named Jeanne, who is described as plain and unattractive. Despite her lack of physical beauty, Jeanne possesses a kind heart and a strong spirit. The novel follows her life as she navigates the challenges of living in a society that values beauty above all else. Jeanne's story is one of perseverance and self-discovery. She faces rejection and ridicule from those around her, but refuses to let their opinions define her. Instead, she focuses on developing her inner qualities and pursuing her passions. Through her experiences, Jeanne learns that true beauty comes from within and that self-confidence and self-love are more important than physical appearance. The novel is a commentary on the superficiality of society and the importance of valuing inner qualities over outward appearances. It also explores themes of love, friendship, and the pursuit of happiness. Without Beauty: Or The Story Of A Plain Woman is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.