The Little Straw Wife (1914)

By Margaret Bell Houston

Book Overview

The Little Straw Wife is a novel written by Margaret Belle Houston and published in 1914. The book tells the story of a young woman named Lorraine, who is forced into an arranged marriage with a man she does not love. In order to escape her unhappy life, she creates a small straw doll that she believes will bring her luck and happiness.As Lorraine's life becomes increasingly difficult, she turns to the straw doll for comfort and guidance. The doll seems to take on a life of its own, and Lorraine begins to believe that it is her guardian angel.The novel explores themes of love, marriage, and the struggle for independence in a patriarchal society. It also delves into the power of belief and the human need for hope and comfort in difficult times.The Little Straw Wife is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of women in the early 20th century. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.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: 1437086845
• ISBN13: 9781437086843
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 236 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"