02542cam a22003613u 4500 66862 UtSlPG 20260610134537.0 m cr n 260607r20211914utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 14007877 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Miller, Alice Duer, 1874-1942 Things Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2021 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2021-12-01 Steve Mattern, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Things" by Alice Duer Miller is a psychological drama written in the early 20th century. This book explores the intricacies of family dynamics and the burdens placed on a mother, particularly through the lens of societal expectations and personal sacrifice. It delves into themes of motherhood, selflessness, and the challenges of navigating parent-child relationships in a rapidly changing world. The story centers around Mrs. Royce, a devoted mother who seeks the help of an alienist, Dr. Despard, to understand the troubling behavior of her rebellious daughter, Celia. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that Mrs. Royce's intense focus on her family and the myriad responsibilities she shoulders have stunted not only her personal growth but also the emotional health of her children and household staff. Through his observations, Dr. Despard suggests that Mrs. Royce needs to step away from her domestic duties to regain her sense of self, leading to an exploration of what happens when she takes a rest at a sanatorium. The book ultimately examines the delicate balance between the roles of a mother and the need for personal fulfillment, illustrating the profound impact of individual well-being on family life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1914 Short stories Dysfunctional families -- Fiction Mothers and daughters -- Fiction Psychiatrists -- Fiction https://archive.org/details/things00millgoog/page/n9/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/66862 107684 107684