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Folly as It Flies; Hit at by Fanny Fern

By Fanny Fern

(3.5 stars) β€’ 10 reviews

Discover a world where marriage, love, and societal expectations collide, revealing hidden truths about the roles we play and the desires we harbor.

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2012-07-17
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Summary

"Folly as It Flies; Hit at by Fanny Fern" by Fanny Fern is a series of insightful writings from the 1800s that explores the world of relationships, family, and women's issues. Through clever writing and sharp insights, the book examines important topics about the lives of women and their place in the world, especially their battles for independence and recognition. Starting with a discussion about husbands who don't always treat their wives well, the writings examine women's emotional requirements, saying that many husbands don't show their wives enough love or give them the support they need. The observations included explore the difficulties a young father faces and thoughts on the relationships of newly married couples, highlighting the complexities of marriage and the need for respect between spouses.

About the Author

Fanny Fern, was an American novelist, children's writer, humorist, and newspaper columnist in the 1850s to 1870s. Her popularity has been attributed to a conversational style and sense of what mattered to her mostly middle-class female readers.

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