Samantha among the Brethren - Volume 7

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Holley, Marietta, 1836-1926

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Samantha among the Brethren - Volume 7" by Marietta Holley is a humorous novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around the spirited and witty protagonist, Samantha, as she navigates the social dynamics and gender issues of her community, particularly within the context of the Methodist Church. Through her interactions with various characters, the book explores themes of women's roles and contributions in church activities and society at large. At the start of the novel, the main character, Samantha, is discussing fundraising for the local Methodist meeting house with her husband, Josiah Allen. This conversation quickly turns into a humorous debate about their differing views on financial generosity, highlighting Samantha's frustration with societal expectations placed upon women. As she recounts experiences and encounters with fellow female church members, it becomes evident that the women are making personal sacrifices for the church's benefit, showcasing both their dedication and the comedic elements of their situations. The opening sets the tone for a satirical exploration of both women's empowerment and the traditional patriarchal views that they must contend with. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, David Widger and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-08-10