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The Woman Who Didn't (1895)

The Woman Who Didn't (1895)

Crosse, Victoria

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesWomen's Studies

ISBN10: 112093642X
ISBN13: 9781120936424
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 198
Weight: 0.60
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Woman Who Didn't is a novel written by Victoria Crosse and originally published in 1895. The story revolves around a young woman named Dora who, despite her beauty and charm, refuses to marry. Her family and friends are perplexed by her decision and try to convince her to change her mind, but Dora remains steadfast in her resolve. As the story progresses, Dora's past is revealed, and it becomes clear that her reluctance to marry is rooted in a traumatic experience she had as a young girl. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the societal pressures placed on women to conform to traditional gender roles.Throughout the book, the reader is introduced to a cast of characters who are all struggling with their own personal demons. Dora's father is a wealthy businessman who is obsessed with maintaining his social status, while her mother is consumed by her own grief and regrets. Dora's suitors are all flawed in their own ways, and the novel ultimately questions whether marriage is truly necessary for happiness and fulfillment.The Woman Who Didn't is a thought-provoking and poignant novel that offers a glimpse into the societal norms and expectations of the late 19th century. It is a timeless tale that still resonates with readers today, as it challenges us to question our own beliefs about love, marriage, and the pursuit of happiness.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.

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