Handicapped (1881) - Harland Marion

Handicapped is a novel written by Marion Harland and first published in 1881. The story is set in the United States during the late 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Margaret Rutherford. Margaret is a talented artist who is born with a physical disability that affects her legs, making it difficult for her to walk. Despite her disability, Margaret is determined to pursue her passion for art and becomes a successful painter.The novel explores the challenges faced by people with disabilities during the time period, including the societal stigma and discrimination they often encountered. It also delves into the themes of family, love, and sacrifice as Margaret navigates her relationships with her parents, siblings, and romantic interests.Throughout the story, Margaret's strength and resilience in the face of adversity are highlighted, as she refuses to let her disability define her or limit her potential. Handicapped is a poignant and inspiring tale of one woman's journey to overcome the obstacles in her life and achieve her dreams.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.

EAN: 9780548873021