The Little Vanities Of Mrs. Whittaker: A Novel (1904)

By John Strange Winter

Book Overview

""The Little Vanities of Mrs. Whittaker"" is a novel written by John Strange Winter and first published in 1904. The story revolves around the eponymous character, Mrs. Whittaker, a middle-aged woman who is obsessed with her appearance and social status. She is constantly striving to keep up with the latest fashions and trends, and spends a great deal of time and money on her appearance.Despite her outward obsession with vanity and material possessions, Mrs. Whittaker is a deeply unhappy woman. She is estranged from her husband and children, and feels isolated and alone in her pursuit of social status. As the novel progresses, she begins to realize the emptiness of her life and the importance of true human connections.The book is set in turn-of-the-century England, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the social mores and values of the time. It is a character-driven novel that explores themes of identity, social class, and the pursuit of happiness. With its vivid descriptions and engaging plot, ""The Little Vanities of Mrs. Whittaker"" is a timeless classic that will appeal to readers of all ages and backgrounds.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: 1120899281
• ISBN13: 9781120899286
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"