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Alice Duer Miller's novel 'Ladies Must Live' intricately weaves the lives of three independent women navigating societal expectations and personal desires in early 20th-century New York City. Miller's elegant prose and sharp wit capture the essence of the time period, offering a glimpse into the challenges faced by women striving for autonomy and fulfillment. The novel's feminist themes and exploration of female agency make it a standout work of literature during the suffragette movement, highlighting the importance of women's rights and individual choice. Through a blend of humor and social…mehr

Produktbeschreibung
Alice Duer Miller's novel 'Ladies Must Live' intricately weaves the lives of three independent women navigating societal expectations and personal desires in early 20th-century New York City. Miller's elegant prose and sharp wit capture the essence of the time period, offering a glimpse into the challenges faced by women striving for autonomy and fulfillment. The novel's feminist themes and exploration of female agency make it a standout work of literature during the suffragette movement, highlighting the importance of women's rights and individual choice. Through a blend of humor and social commentary, Miller skillfully brings her characters to life, making 'Ladies Must Live' a compelling and thought-provoking read. Alice Duer Miller, a prominent American writer and suffragist, drew inspiration from her own experiences and observations of women's struggles in a patriarchal society. Her insightful portrayal of female characters reflects her commitment to advocating for gender equality and challenging traditional gender roles. 'Ladies Must Live' is a must-read for anyone interested in feminist literature and the historical context of women's rights movements, offering a timeless exploration of female empowerment and resilience.

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Autorenporträt
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.