My Pocket Beryl (1921)

By Mary Josephine Benson

Book Overview

My Pocket Beryl is a novel written by Mary Josephine Benson and first published in 1921. The story follows the life of Beryl, a young woman who is forced to leave her home and move to the city after the death of her father. Beryl finds herself struggling to make ends meet and must rely on her wits to survive in a world that is often hostile and unforgiving.Despite the challenges she faces, Beryl remains determined to succeed and eventually finds work as a secretary for a wealthy businessman. As she becomes more successful, Beryl begins to realize that the world she has entered is not as glamorous as it seems, and she must navigate the complex social dynamics of her new life.Throughout the novel, Benson explores themes of class, gender, and social mobility, as Beryl strives to find her place in a rapidly changing world. My Pocket Beryl is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of women in the early 20th century.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: 1164084895
• ISBN13: 9781164084891
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"