Letitia Berkeley - Josephine Bontecou Steffens - Bog

""Letitia Berkeley: A Novel"" is a work of historical fiction by Josephine Bontecou Steffens, first published in 1899. The story is set in the late 18th century and follows the life of the titular character, Letitia Berkeley, a young woman from a wealthy family in Virginia. Letitia is intelligent, independent, and determined to break free from the conventions of her time and pursue her own path in life. As the story unfolds, Letitia faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including a difficult marriage, financial struggles, and societal pressures. She navigates these challenges with grace and resilience, drawing on her own strength and the support of her family and friends. Along the way, she also becomes involved in the political and social issues of her time, including the fight for women's rights and the struggle for independence from British rule. Through Letitia's story, Steffens offers a vivid portrait of life in colonial Virginia, as well as a powerful commentary on the role of women in society and the struggle for freedom and equality. The novel is a compelling and engaging read, full of rich historical detail and memorable characters, and remains an important work of early American feminist literature.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.