Are Parents People?

'Are Parents People?' is a witty and perceptive collection of stories by Alice Duer Miller that explores the complexities of modern family life and the often-fraught relationships between parents and their children. Written with the sharp social insight for which Miller is renowned, the title story follows the trials of a young woman caught in the crossfire of her divorced parents’ ongoing animosity. Through clever dialogue and charming characters, Miller examines the changing social mores of the early 20th century, particularly regarding marriage, divorce, and the emerging independence of the younger generation.Beyond the central theme of familial conflict, the collection offers a sophisticated look at high society, blending humor with poignant observations on human nature. Miller’s work remains a significant example of American social satire, capturing the shift in domestic dynamics as traditional roles were questioned and redefined in the post-war era. 'Are Parents People?' showcases the author’s ability to tackle serious social themes with a light, engaging touch, making it an enduring piece of literary history that continues to resonate with readers interested in family dynamics and social evolution.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.