I, Mary MacLane: A Diary of Human Days

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

MacLane, Mary, 1881-1929

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"I, Mary MacLane: A Diary of Human Days" by Mary MacLane is a diary-style reflection written in the early 20th century. The narrative serves as an introspective exploration of the author's thoughts, feelings, and identity, focusing on themes of loneliness, self-importance, and the human experience. The central figure, Mary MacLane, is a complex individual grappling with her own ego and existential musings, aiming to capture the essence of her existence. At the start of the diary, MacLane's self-exploration is immediate and intense, as she confronts her inner self with an array of conflicting emotions. She opens with a somber setting, detailing her surroundings in Butte, Montana, and reflects on her feelings of despair and isolation. Through her candid confessions, she reveals her various selves, blending humor and melancholy. The passage lays the groundwork for her journey of self-discovery, emphasizing her position as both an individual and as a representative of a broader female experience, all while asserting that her focus is solely on her own unique existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Marie Bartolo from page images made available by the Internet Archive: American Libraries

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2013-08-25