Samantha among the Brethren — Volume 1 by Marietta Holley
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"Samantha among the Brethren — Volume 1" by Marietta Holley is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book is set in a rural American community and follows the character of Samantha, who is determined to advocate for women's rights within the church and society. Through her wit, humor, and keen observations, Samantha challenges traditional gender roles and highlights the responsibilities and contributions of women in a male-dominated world. In
the narrative, Samantha contemplates various social issues, particularly the role of women in church settings. She often engages in discussions with her husband, Josiah Allen, who represents traditional views. Samantha's unique perspective leads her to question why women are excluded from certain decision-making processes in the church. Throughout the story, she navigates her day-to-day life, interacts with other community members, and makes a case for the inclusion of women in important discussions. The book combines humor with a social commentary on gender equality, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Holley, Marietta, 1836-1926 |
|---|---|
| Title | Samantha among the Brethren — Volume 1 |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, David Widger and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Women in church work -- Methodist church -- Humor |
| Subject | Women's rights -- Humor |
| Subject | Methodism -- Humor |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 9443 |
| Release Date | Aug 10, 2004 |
| Last Update | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 314 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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