Katharine North: A Novel is a work of fiction written by Maria Louise Pool and published in 1893. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of the titular character, Katharine North. Katharine is a young woman from a wealthy family who is determined to live a life of independence and purpose. She rejects the traditional roles assigned to women of her social class and instead pursues her own interests, including education and social activism.As the story unfolds, Katharine becomes involved in the ...
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Katharine North: A Novel is a work of fiction written by Maria Louise Pool and published in 1893. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of the titular character, Katharine North. Katharine is a young woman from a wealthy family who is determined to live a life of independence and purpose. She rejects the traditional roles assigned to women of her social class and instead pursues her own interests, including education and social activism.As the story unfolds, Katharine becomes involved in the suffrage movement and works tirelessly to secure the right to vote for women. Along the way, she faces opposition from those who believe that women should not be involved in politics and encounters personal challenges as she navigates relationships with family and friends.The novel is notable for its portrayal of a strong, independent female protagonist who defies societal expectations and works to effect change in the world. It also offers a glimpse into the social and political climate of the late 19th century, particularly in regards to women's rights and suffrage. Overall, Katharine North: A Novel is a compelling and thought-provoking work of historical fiction.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.
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