The Little Vanities of Mrs. Whittaker: A Novel by John Strange Winter
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"The Little Vanities of Mrs. Whittaker: A Novel" by John Strange Winter is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Regina Brown, a young woman who, feeling dissatisfied with her seemingly mundane life, embarks on a journey of self-discovery that leads her to marriage and motherhood, eventually transforming into Mrs. Alfred Whittaker. The narrative explores themes of female ambition, societal expectations, and the pursuit of individuality against the
backdrop of evolving gender roles. The opening of the novel introduces Regina Brown, who grapples with her desire for a more purposeful life in a time when women often faced limited opportunities. As she transitions into a young adult, she becomes determined to gain a higher education and eventually takes the bold step of marrying Alfred Whittaker. The narrative showcases her character's strength and her struggle with societal constraints, highlighting her ambitions while foreshadowing her evolution into Mrs. Whittaker, where she further navigates the complexities of parenthood and self-fulfillment amidst her husband’s expectations and societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Winter, John Strange, 1856-1911 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Little Vanities of Mrs. Whittaker: A Novel |
| Credits | E-text prepared by D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Domestic fiction |
| Subject | Married women -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 35414 |
| Release Date | Feb 27, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 349 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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