"The Dwelling Place of Light" is a novel written by American author Winston Churchill and published in 1917. The novel is set in early 20th-century America and focuses on the life of a young woman, who is determined to make a difference in the world and become a successful writer. The novel is divided into three parts and follows her journey as she moves from her small hometown in the Midwest to Boston to pursue her dream of becoming a writer. Along the way, she faces many challenges, including poverty, sexism, and the loss of loved ones. As she struggles to find her place in the world, she becomes involved in the suffragette movement and begins to use her writing to advocate for women's rights. She also falls in love with a young doctor named Robert, who shares her passion for social justice. Through her story, she explores themes of gender roles, social class, and the power of the written word to effect change. "The Dwelling Place of Light" is considered a classic of American literature and a groundbreaking work for its portrayal of a strong, independent female protagonist.