Publisher's Synopsis
""The Shoulders of Atlas"" is a novel written by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman. The story is set in a small New England town and follows the lives of two sisters, Martha and Delia, who are struggling to make ends meet after the death of their father. Martha is a hardworking and practical woman who takes on the responsibility of caring for her younger sister, Delia, who is more dreamy and idealistic. The sisters are forced to take in boarders to make ends meet, which leads to a series of conflicts and misunderstandings. The novel explores themes of family, duty, and the struggle for independence in a time when women were expected to conform to traditional gender roles. It also touches on issues of class and social status, as the sisters interact with a variety of characters from different backgrounds. Overall, ""The Shoulders of Atlas"" is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of women in the early 20th century. It is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.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.
