"Samantha among the Brethren — Volume 1" by Marietta Holley is a story from the 1800s about Samantha, a brave woman living in the American countryside, who stands up for women's rights in her church and community. With her sharp mind and funny personality, she goes against old-fashioned ideas about what women can and should do, proving how important women are in a world run by men. Samantha thinks a lot about big topics and talks with her husband, Josiah Allen, who usually has more traditional views. She wonders why women can't be part of making important choices in the church. As she goes about her life and talks to her neighbors, Samantha cleverly argues for women to have a voice in important matters. The book mixes funny moments with serious thoughts about equal rights, making readers laugh while also making them think.
Samantha among the Brethren — Volume 1
By Marietta Holley
In a world of old traditions, a witty woman uses humor to challenge how her community sees women's roles in both church and society.
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About the AuthorMarietta Holley, was an American humorist who used satire to comment on U.S. society and politics. Holley enjoyed a prolific writing career and was a bestselling author in the late 19th century, though she was largely forgotten by the time of her death. Her writing was frequently compared to that of Mark Twain and Edgar Nye. Along with Frances Miriam Whitcher and Ann S. Stephens, Holley is regarded as one of America's most significant early female humorists. Her work appealed to all classes of society. Her readers were scattered over the entire world, and included men and women of every station and grade. Her books were widely read in Europe.
Marietta Holley, was an American humorist who used satire to comment on U.S. society and politics. Holley enjoyed a prolific writing career and was a bestselling author in the late 19th century, though she was largely forgotten by the time of her death. Her writing was frequently compared to that of Mark Twain and Edgar Nye. Along with Frances Miriam Whitcher and Ann S. Stephens, Holley is regarded as one of America's most significant early female humorists. Her work appealed to all classes of society. Her readers were scattered over the entire world, and included men and women of every station and grade. Her books were widely read in Europe.
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