Publisher's Synopsis
""The Life of Nancy"" is a novel written by Sarah Orne Jewett, first published in 1895. The story follows the life of Nancy Wentworth, a young woman who grows up in a small New England town during the mid-19th century. Nancy is raised by her strict and overbearing father, who expects her to marry well and conform to the expectations of society. However, Nancy dreams of a different life, one where she can pursue her own passions and desires.As Nancy grows older, she begins to rebel against her father's expectations and seeks out new experiences. She falls in love with a young man named John Mayo, but their relationship is complicated by their different social statuses and the disapproval of Nancy's father. Despite these challenges, Nancy remains determined to live life on her own terms.Throughout the novel, Jewett explores themes of gender roles, social norms, and the struggle for self-determination. ""The Life of Nancy"" is a poignant and insightful portrait of a young woman's journey towards independence and self-discovery.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.
