Letitia Berkeley: A Novel (1899)

Letitia Berkeley: A Novel is a work of fiction written by Josephine Bontecou Steffens and published in 1899. The novel follows the life of its titular character, Letitia Berkeley, a young woman living in the late 19th century. Letitia is a member of the upper class, but she is not content with the traditional roles assigned to women of her social standing. She is intelligent, independent, and ambitious, and she dreams of making a name for herself in the world.The novel explores Letitia's struggles as she tries to navigate the social expectations placed upon her while pursuing her own goals and desires. Along the way, she faces numerous challenges and setbacks, including romantic entanglements, family drama, and societal pressure. Despite these obstacles, Letitia remains determined to forge her own path and achieve her dreams.Steffens' writing is rich and descriptive, painting a vivid picture of life in the late 19th century. The novel offers a fascinating glimpse into the social norms and expectations of the time, particularly for women of Letitia's class. It also explores themes of gender roles, ambition, and the pursuit of happiness.Overall, Letitia Berkeley: A Novel is a compelling work of historical fiction that offers a thought-provoking look at the challenges faced by women in the late 19th 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.