The Distractions Of Martha (1906) - Harland Marion

The Distractions of Martha is a novel written by Marion Harland and published in 1906. The story revolves around the life of Martha, a young woman who is torn between her desire to pursue her artistic passions and her duty to her family. Martha is a talented painter who dreams of studying art in Europe, but her father insists that she marry and settle down. Martha agrees to marry a wealthy man named Harry, but she soon realizes that her marriage is not what she had hoped for. Harry is controlling and jealous, and Martha finds herself feeling trapped and unfulfilled. As she struggles to find her place in the world, Martha must confront the distractions and obstacles that threaten to derail her dreams. The novel explores themes of love, duty, and the struggle for self-fulfillment, and offers a poignant commentary on the limitations placed on women in early 20th century America. With its vivid characters and richly detailed setting, The Distractions of Martha is a compelling and thought-provoking read that will resonate with readers of all ages.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: 9781120743701