A Superior Woman (1885)

A Superior Woman is a novel written by Jane Woolsey Yardley and published in 1885. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of the protagonist, Grace Atherton, a young woman from a wealthy family in New York City.Grace is intelligent, ambitious, and determined to make a name for herself in a world dominated by men. She defies societal norms by pursuing a career as a journalist and becomes a successful writer, earning the respect and admiration of her peers.However, Grace's personal life is not as successful as her professional one. She struggles to find love and happiness, and her relationships with men are often complicated and fraught with tension.The novel explores themes of gender roles, societal expectations, and the complexities of relationships. It also provides a glimpse into the world of journalism in the late 19th century, highlighting the challenges faced by women in the field.Overall, A Superior Woman is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a fascinating look at the life of a strong, independent woman in a time when such qualities were not always celebrated.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.