Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman

Jerome, A Poor Man (eBook, ePUB)

A Novel

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Jerome, A Poor Man," Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman intricately weaves a poignant narrative that illuminates the struggles of a lower-class protagonist navigating a world marked by economic hardship and social prejudice. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century America, Freeman's literary style is characterized by her realistic depictions, nuanced character development, and evocative prose, which seek to delve into the complexities of human emotion and societal constraints. Through the eyes of Jerome, the reader encounters the relentless challenges faced by the impoverished and the profound sense of dignity they strive to uphold, thus inviting an exploration of class, community, and resilience in a rapidly industrializing society. Freeman, a notable figure in American realism, frequently drew upon her own experiences growing up in a small New England town, facing both gender bias and economic instability. Her keen observations of everyday life and her deep empathy for marginalized individuals undoubtedly influenced her motivation to write "Jerome, A Poor Man." Freeman's commitment to illuminating the voices of the underprivileged renders her work a crucial examination of social justice and human rights during her time. This compelling novella is highly recommended for readers interested in American literature, social issues, and character-driven stories. Freeman'Äôs insight into the human condition, coupled with her artistic portrayal of the struggles of the poor, not only educates but also inspires a greater understanding of the socio-economic divides that continue to persist today.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 362
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066226916
• Artikelnr.: 58928609

Autorenporträt

Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman was an American author. Freeman was born on October 31, 1852, in Randolph, Massachusetts, to Eleanor Lothrop and Warren Edward Wilkins, who christened her "Mary Ella". Freeman's parents were conservative Congregationalists, and he grew up under severe supervision. Religious limitations play an important role in some of her works. In 1867, the family relocated to Brattleboro, Vermont, where Freeman graduated from the local high school before spending one year at Mount Holyoke College (formerly Mount Holyoke Female Seminary) in South Hadley, Massachusetts, from 1870 to 1871. She eventually completed her schooling at Glenwood Seminary in West Brattleboro. When the family's dry goods business in Vermont failed in 1873, they moved back to Randolph, Massachusetts. Freeman's father died unexpectedly in 1883, leaving her with no close family and an estate of barely $973. Wilkins returned to her hometown, Randolph. She moved in with a friend, Mary J. Wales, and started writing as her sole source of income. During a visit to Metuchen, New Jersey in 1892, she met Dr. Charles Manning Freeman, a non-practicing doctor seven years her junior. After years of courtship and delays, the couple married on January 1, 1902. She immediately established her name as "Mary E. Wilkins Freeman," and requested that Harper's use it on all of her work.