Publisher's Synopsis
The Story Of A Modern Woman is a novel written by Ella Hepworth Dixon. The book is a fictional account of the life of a woman named Miss Brown, who is a teacher in London. The story follows Miss Brown as she navigates through the challenges of being a modern woman in the late 19th century.Miss Brown is a strong and independent woman who is determined to live life on her own terms. She faces many obstacles along the way, including societal expectations, gender roles, and the limitations placed on women during this time period.Despite these challenges, Miss Brown is able to carve out a successful career for herself as a teacher. She is respected by her students and colleagues alike, and is able to make a positive impact on the lives of those around her.Throughout the book, Miss Brown also experiences love and heartbreak. She forms a close friendship with a fellow teacher, but their relationship is complicated by their differing views on marriage and gender roles. Miss Brown also falls in love with a man who is unable to commit to her, leaving her heartbroken.Overall, The Story Of A Modern Woman is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores the struggles and triumphs of a woman trying to navigate a world that is often hostile to her. It is a must-read for anyone interested in feminist literature and the history of women's rights.A quarter to ten? He would hardly come now; he always had a nice eye to the proprieties. But his cab might have broken down; he might have been detained at the club. The march up and down the room continued. Mary never knew how much she walked that night. The long, empty hours seemed interminable. But at last, in the still, sultry air, she could hear Big Ben strike eleven. Oh, eleven! Then it was all over; she might as well take off the pretty grey dress, unpin the bunch of roses.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.