Josephine Daskam Bacon
Josephine Dodge Daskam, Mrs. Selden Bacon was an American writer of great versatility. She is chiefly known as a writer who made the point of having female protagonists.
A Reversion To Type
A professor reflects on her life choices as she longs for a love she left behind for academic pursuits, contemplating whether to return to her homeland or continue in academia.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
Mrs. Dud's Sister
** Amidst a glittering party, two old acquaintances rediscover a connection that reminds them of simpler times and what truly matters in life.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
The courting of Lady Jane
Amidst societal expectations and heartfelt connections, a surprising turn of events reveals where a young woman's heart truly belongs, setting the stage for a brighter future.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
Julia The Apostate
An old-fashioned woman rediscovers love and challenges her traditional views when a surprise romance blossoms amidst a clash of generations.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
Whom the Gods Destroyed
Witness the collision of artistic brilliance and spiraling despair as a gifted pianist's demons threaten to silence his extraordinary talent forever.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
A Philanthropist
In a small town filled with quirky characters, a determined do-gooder's mission to reform a carefree gentleman takes a surprising turn when love enters the equation.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
The Strange Cases of Dr. Stanchon
In a world of hidden emotions and societal expectations, a doctor faces a troubling case that blurs the line between medicine and the mysteries of the mind.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
The Madness of Philip, and Other Tales of Childhood
Venture into a world dominated by imaginative children whose everyday games and playful antics lead to charming chaos and unexpected life lessons.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
An Idyll of All Fools' Day
Forced together, a student and his unexpected companion fall into a whirlwind of comical mishaps, a snake encounter, and a river plunge that might just spark something real.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
In The Valley Of The Shadow
As a family faces a life-or-death operation, they must confront their deepest fears and find strength in each other.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
In the Border Country
A talented woman's life takes a turn when she meets a mysterious woman in the woods, forcing her to choose between her passion for art and her responsibilities as a mother.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
Smith College Stories Ten Stories by Josephine Dodge Daskam
Experience the friendships, rivalries, and dreams of young women finding their place in a late 19th-century college.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
While Caroline Was Growing
A high-spirited girl seeks adventure and connection in a world that wants her to sit still and study.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon
Margarita's Soul: The Romantic Recollections of a Man of Fifty
In a bustling city, a chance encounter between a curious man and an enigmatic woman veiled in mystery sparks a journey of self-discovery, tangled emotions, and unexpected life changes.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon