Especially dance hall women by Alma Ellerbe and Paul Ellerbe

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Author Ellerbe, Alma, 1871-
Author Ellerbe, Paul
Title Especially dance hall women
Original Publication New York: The Butterick Publishing Company, 1928.
Note Reading ease score: 89.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Roger Frank and Sue Clark
Summary "Especially Dance Hall Women" by Alma Ellerbe and Paul Ellerbe is a short story published in the late 1920s, likely during the Roaring Twenties, a time characterized by significant social change and cultural transformation in America. This narrative centers on the life of Rosie Ellen McCarthy, a dance hall woman, and Long Jim Briggs, a miner, as they navigate the complexities of love, identity, and societal expectations in a mining town. The story explores themes of redemption, class struggle, and the longing for a stable life amidst change. The plot unfolds as Long Jim rescues Rosie from a drunken debacle at the dance hall, leading them to develop a deep bond over the years. As they build a life together in relative poverty, Jim's prospects of striking it rich grow, which brings both hope and fear into Rosie's heart. She confronts the insecurities tied to Jim's newfound wealth, aware that men like him often abandon the women who supported them in their struggles as they rise in status. As Rosie grapples with her fears of being replaced by a wealthier woman, Jim reveals his intentions to marry her, showcasing the tangled emotions of love and mistrust. Ultimately, the story delves into personal growth, the need for stability, and the complex dynamics of relationships forged in adverse circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Western stories
Subject Gold miners -- Fiction
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 73556
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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