Katharine North: A Novel (1893)

By Maria Louise Pool

Book Overview

Katharine North: A Novel is a literary work written by Maria Louise Pool and first published in 1893. The novel tells the story of a young woman named Katharine North who is forced to navigate the challenges of life as a woman in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of gender, class, and social norms, as Katharine struggles to find her place in a world that is often hostile to women who seek to assert their independence and autonomy.The novel is set in New York City and follows Katharine as she moves from her small hometown to the bustling metropolis in search of a better life. Along the way, she encounters a variety of characters, including wealthy socialites, struggling artists, and working-class laborers. Through her interactions with these individuals, Katharine comes to understand the complexities of the social hierarchy and the ways in which gender and class intersect to shape people's experiences.As the novel progresses, Katharine becomes involved in a romantic relationship with a young man named Arthur Chester, who is also struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they navigate the challenges of their respective social positions and try to build a life together despite the many obstacles they face.Overall, Katharine North: A Novel is a poignant and insightful work that offers a compelling portrait of life in late 19th-century America. Through its vivid characters and richly detailed setting, the book offers a powerful commentary on the social and cultural forces that shape our lives and our identities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120307465
• ISBN13: 9781120307460
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"