02447cam a22003253u 4500 60356 UtSlPG 20260610134406.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 05025073 UtSlPG en iso639-1 GV Willard, Frances E. (Frances Elizabeth), 1839-1898 A wheel within a wheel Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-09-25 Produced by David Wilson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "A Wheel Within a Wheel: How I Learned to Ride the Bicycle" by Frances E. Willard is a memoir written in the late 19th century. This book blends autobiographical elements with reflections on personal growth, societal norms, and the experience of learning to ride a bicycle. Willard, a prominent figure in the women's rights movement, uses her journey with the bicycle as a metaphor for broader themes of independence and empowerment for women." In "A Wheel Within a Wheel," Frances E. Willard recounts her determination to learn to ride the bicycle at the age of fifty-three, a feat she undertakes amidst societal skepticism of women's physical capabilities. The narrative follows her initial challenges, her reflections during the learning process, and the encouragement she receives from friends and fellow learners. As she delves into her experiences, Willard articulates the lessons learned not just about balancing on a bicycle, but also about life, persistence, and the importance of companionship. The bicycle emerges as a symbol of freedom and agency, connecting her personal triumphs to a broader movement for women's rights and self-fulfillment. Ultimately, the book serves as a celebration of resilience and the joys of achieving what society may deem impossible. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Willard, Frances E. (Frances Elizabeth), 1839-1898 Cycling for women https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60356 101182 101182