The Story of Mary MacLane

"The Story of Mary MacLane" by Mary MacLane is a memoir from the early 1900s that gives a peek into the author's life. It's about a young woman trying to figure out who she is and what she wants in a world that doesn't seem to care. At the heart of the story is Mary MacLane, who sees herself as different and special. She feels alone a lot and really wants to be known and loved; she starts off by saying she is not like everyone else. Living in Butte, Montana, she doesn't think her family gets her, and she feels cut off from others, struggling with sadness while wanting to be happy, create art, and become famous. As she walks alone, she thinks about big ideas like life and happiness, wishing for someone who understands her to come along and make her dreams come true.