02320cam a22003253u 4500 73029 UtSlPG 20260610134705.0 m cr n 260607r20241921utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 21006896 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Banning, Margaret Culkin, 1891-1982 Half loaves Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-02-26 Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) "Half Loaves" by Margaret Culkin Banning is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds primarily in a convent setting, focusing on a group of young women, especially the protagonist Cecily, as they navigate the challenging choices surrounding marriage, religion, and personal fulfillment. It explores the internal and external conflicts the characters face as they prepare for their future lives outside the convent, reflecting the societal expectations of women in that era. The opening of the novel introduces Cecily in the twilight of a convent, deep in contemplation following a missionary priest's talk about the choices women have in life. As she thinks about the three paths presented—marriage, remaining single, or becoming a nun—Cecily reveals her longing for love and adventure, in contrast to the unattractive portrayal of marriage given by the priest. Her fellow students also grapple with their desires and societal pressures, leading to introspective discussions on what they truly want from life. This sets the stage for a narrative about self-discovery, the nature of love, and the quest for happiness amidst societal constraints. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: NYC: George H. Doran Company, 1921 United States -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction Spouses -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73029 113754 113754