Folly as It Flies; Hit at by Fanny Fern by Fanny Fern
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| Author | Fern, Fanny, 1811-1872 |
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| Title | Folly as It Flies; Hit at by Fanny Fern |
| Contents | Discourse upon husbands -- Grandmother's chat about children -- Women and their discontents -- Women and some of their mistakes -- Notes upon preachers and preaching -- Bridget as she was, and Bridget as she is -- A chapter on tobacco -- Give the convicts a chance -- A glance at Washington -- Glimpses of camp life -- Unwritten history of the war -- My summers in New England -- Boston and New York -- Some things in New York -- Working girls of New York -- Washing the baby -- Children have their rights -- Mourning -- To young girls -- A little talk with the other sex -- A chapter on men -- Literary people -- Some varieties of women -- Mistakes about our children -- Thoughts of some every day topics -- A trip to the northern lakes. |
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| Summary | "Folly as It Flies; Hit at by Fanny Fern" by Fanny Fern is a collection of essays written in the mid-19th century. The book addresses various social issues, particularly those concerning women, marriage, and family dynamics, often infused with wit and sharp observations. Fern's work offers thoughtful commentary on the lives of women and their roles in society, with a focus on their struggles for respect, appreciation, and autonomy. The opening of the work presents a discourse on husbands and their often careless treatment of their wives. Fanny Fern explores the emotional needs of women, suggesting that many husbands fall short in providing the love and support their partners deserve. Through various ruminations, including observations of a young father struggling with the demands of fatherhood and reflections on the dynamics of newly married couples, Fern emphasizes the complexities of conjugal relationships. She critically examines both husbands' responsibilities and societal expectations, highlighting the need for mutual respect and understanding in marriage. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American essays -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40263 |
| Release Date | Jul 17, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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