Fanny Herself by Edna Ferber, Fiction - Ferber, Edna
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Now we are led, protesting, up to a grubby urchin of five and are invited to watch him through twenty years of intimate minutiae. In extreme cases we have been obliged to witness his evolution from swaddling clothes to dresses, from dresses to shorts (he is so often English), from shorts to Etons. With which modest preamble you are asked to be patient with Miss Fanny Brandeis, aged thirteen. Not only must you suffer Fanny, but Fanny's mother as well, without whom there could be no understanding Fanny. For that matter, we shouldn't wonder if Mrs. Brandeis were to turn out the heroine in the end. She is that kind of person.…mehr

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Now we are led, protesting, up to a grubby urchin of five and are invited to watch him through twenty years of intimate minutiae. In extreme cases we have been obliged to witness his evolution from swaddling clothes to dresses, from dresses to shorts (he is so often English), from shorts to Etons. With which modest preamble you are asked to be patient with Miss Fanny Brandeis, aged thirteen. Not only must you suffer Fanny, but Fanny's mother as well, without whom there could be no understanding Fanny. For that matter, we shouldn't wonder if Mrs. Brandeis were to turn out the heroine in the end. She is that kind of person.
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Edna Ferber (1885-1968) was an American novelist, short story writer, and playwright known for her insightful portrayals of American life and culture. Born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, she grew up in various Midwestern towns, which heavily influenced her writing. Ferber began her career as a journalist and later turned to fiction writing. Ferber authored numerous novels, short stories, and plays that often focused on themes of family dynamics, cultural identity, and social change. Her works include "So Big" (1924), which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, "Show Boat" (1926), and "Giant" (1952), all of which were adapted into successful films or Broadway productions. Known for her strong female characters, Ferber's writing also touched on feminist themes and social issues of her time, including race relations and economic disparity. Edna Ferber was a pioneering figure in American literature, known for her realistic portrayals and compassionate storytelling. Her works continue to be studied and appreciated for their exploration of American identity and the human experience. Ferber passed away in 1968, leaving behind a legacy of literary achievements that continue to resonate with readers interested in the complexities of American society and the human spirit.