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Sharber, Kate Trimble
1883
Meylan, Paul Julian
1882
1961
Meylan, Paul Julien
Meylan, Paul J.
At the Age of Eve
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"At the Age of Eve" by Kate Trimble Sharber is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on a young girl named Ann, who grapples with her ambitions and the constraints of her rural surroundings while keeping a journal that reflects her innermost thoughts and desires. Through her perspective, the narrative explores themes of identity, societal expectations, and the pursuit of creativity in a world that often underestimates her potential. The opening of the book introduces readers to Ann as she navigates her feelings about writing and her dissatisfaction with small-town life. She expresses a longing to break free from the mundane and achieve greatness in her literary endeavors, idolizing figures like George Eliot for their ability to transcend gender expectations in writing. Ann's observations offer a humorous yet poignant commentary on her contemporaneous society, contrasted with her vibrant imagination and desire for adventure. As she engages with elements of her family life and the arrival of new neighbors, Ann's character begins to take shape, promising a rich exploration of her coming-of-age journey amidst the challenges of expectations and aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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City and town life -- Fiction
Young women -- Fiction
Diary fiction
United States -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
Southern States -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Families -- Fiction
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