02208cam a22003493u 4500 14187 UtSlPG 20260610133332.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 11022760 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PT Michaëlis, Karin, 1872-1950 The Dangerous Age: Letters and Fragments from a Woman's Diary Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-11-28 Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Audrey Longhurst, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "The Dangerous Age: Letters and Fragments from a Woman's Diary" by Karin Michaëlis is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the protagonist, Elsie Lindtner, who embarks on a profound journey of self-discovery after her divorce, reflecting on the challenges and complexities women face as they age. The opening of the novel introduces Elsie's perspective as she writes letters to her cousin Lillie, revealing her turmoil and decision to choose solitude after a long marriage. With a blend of humor and honesty, she delves into her motivations for seeking independence and expresses her deep feelings about her past life and relationships. The themes of aging, emotional conflict, and the expectations placed upon women emerge prominently as she questions traditional roles and contemplates her identity in the wake of societal judgments. The initial letters set the stage for a reflective exploration of womanhood, capturing the gravity and liberation entwined in her journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Epistolary fiction Women -- Fiction Midlife crisis -- Fiction Prévost, Marcel, 1862-1941 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14187 55575 55575