Alice Duer Miller

Broschiertes Buch

The Happiest Time of Their Lives

Beschreibung

"The Happiest Time of Their Lives" by Alice Duer Miller is a captivating work of American literature that seamlessly weaves together elements of fiction, romance, and drama to create a compelling family saga. Set against the backdrop of life events and social dynamics, the novel explores the intricacies of relationships and personal growth as characters navigate the trials and triumphs of coming-of-age. With Miller's signature wit and humor, the story unfolds, revealing the adventures and misadventures of the protagonists as they journey through the happiest time of their lives. Through moments of friendship and romance, readers are drawn into a world filled with warmth and laughter, while also confronting the complexities of family dynamics and personal struggles. As the characters navigate their way through life's ups and downs, they undergo profound transformations, experiencing moments of joy, heartache, and ultimately, self-discovery. "The Happiest Time of Their Lives" is a timeless tale of love, resilience, and the pursuit of happiness, reminding us that amidst life's challenges, true fulfillment is found in the connections we make and the growth we experience along the way.

Autor

Alice Duer Miller was an American author who lived from July 28, 1874, to August 22, 1942. Her poems had a big impact on how people felt about politics. During the American suffrage movement, her feminist verses changed people's political views. Similarly, her verse book The White Cliffs changed people's political views when the U.S. joined World War II. She also wrote books and movie scripts. Alice Duer Miller was born on July 28, 1874, in Staten Island, New York. She came from a rich and well-known family. She lived in Weehawken, NJ, with her parents and two sisters as a child. Lizzie Wilson Meads and James Gore King Duer had a daughter named her. The family lost a lot of money when Baring Bank went out of business. Olivia Wilson Meads was her mother. Her father was Orlando Meads from Albany, New York. William Alexander Duer was her great-grandfather and the head of Columbia College. William Duer was her great-great-grandfather. He was an American lawyer, businessman, and con artist from New York City. He had been in both the Continental Congress and the meeting that made the New York Constitution. It was in 1778 that he signed the Articles of Confederation for the United States.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 176
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. März 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 230g
• ISBN-13: 9789362200624
• ISBN-10: 9362200627
• Artikelnr.: 70389209