| Author |
Dowdall, Mrs., 1876-1939 |
| Illustrator |
John, Augustus, 1878-1961 |
| Title |
The book of Martha
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Duckworth & Co., 1913.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Carla Foust and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Book of Martha" by the Hon. Mrs. Dowdall is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers on Martha, who reflects on her life and the shared experiences of domesticity and motherhood, particularly in contrast to her former companion, Ruth. Through Martha's insights and observations, the book likely explores themes of individuality, responsibility, and the nuances of household management amid the trials of modern life. At the start of the novel, Martha introduces herself and reflects on her relationship with Ruth, who has taken over many aspects of Martha's life since her marriage. She feels a sense of mutiny, determined to claim her own narrative as she recounts the challenges of managing a household filled with servants, tradespeople, and family obligations. Martha's frustrations with her cook, Ruth, and the various tradesmen highlight the chaotic dynamic of household work, presenting a humorous yet poignant take on domestic life. The opening portion sets the tone for a deeper exploration of Martha's domestic struggles and her quest for autonomy in a world dominated by societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English wit and humor
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| Subject |
Marriage -- Humor
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| Subject |
England -- Social life and customs -- Humor
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| Subject |
Housekeeping -- Humor
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71196 |
| Release Date |
Jul 15, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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