Miss Gilbert’s Career

Miss Gilbert’s Career

Josiah Gilbert Holland

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120180421
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Miss Gilbert’s Career: An American Story is a novel written by Josiah Gilbert Holland and published in 1882. The story follows the life of a young woman named Edith Gilbert, who is determined to make a name for herself in the world of literature. Despite facing numerous obstacles and setbacks, Edith remains steadfast in her pursuit of success and eventually achieves her dream of becoming a published author.The novel is set in the late 19th century and explores themes such as gender roles, social class, and the challenges faced by women in pursuing careers outside of traditional roles. It also touches on issues such as the importance of education and the power of perseverance in the face of adversity.Throughout the book, Holland paints a vivid picture of American society during this time period, highlighting the cultural and economic changes that were transforming the country. He also provides a nuanced portrayal of his protagonist, Edith, who is both ambitious and compassionate, and whose struggles and triumphs are sure to resonate with readers of all ages.Overall, Miss Gilbert’s Career is a compelling and thought-provoking work of fiction that offers a glimpse into the lives of women in the late 19th century and the challenges they faced in pursuing their dreams.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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