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Thresholds
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025510705
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 318
Weight: 1.37
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Thresholds is a compelling work of early 20th-century fiction by the prolific storyteller Faith Baldwin. Set against the vibrant and shifting backdrop of the 1920s, the novel explores the intricate emotional landscapes of young women standing at the crossroads of tradition and modernity. As the title suggests, the narrative follows its protagonists as they navigate the literal and metaphorical thresholds of adulthood, marriage, and personal identity.
Baldwin, renowned for her keen insight into the female experience, weaves a sophisticated tale of domestic drama and romantic aspirations. The story delves into the social expectations placed upon women during the Jazz Age, examining the tensions between established societal roles and the burgeoning pursuit of individual happiness. Through its exploration of love, heartbreak, and resilience, Thresholds offers a window into the evolving morality and social structures of the era. The novel stands as a significant example of early contemporary romance, highlighting the themes of self-discovery and the complexities of human relationships that would become the hallmarks of Baldwin's long and successful literary career.
Readers of historical fiction and domestic sagas will find Thresholds to be a poignant reflection on the choices that define a life, capturing a moment in history when the world was rapidly changing, yet the fundamental desires for connection and purpose remained timeless.
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