TY  - BOOK
AU  - Fern,Fanny
TI  - Fresh Leaves
AV  - PS 
PY  - 2014///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Short stories, American
KW  - American essays -- 19th century
N1  - Release date is 2014-03-18; Produced by Fay Dunn, sp1nd and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
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N2  - "Fresh Leaves" by Fanny Fern is a collection of essays and stories written in the mid-19th century. This work reflects on various aspects of domestic life, gender roles, and societal expectations, often through the lens of the author's own experiences and observations. The collection features a range of characters and scenarios, providing insight into the challenges women face in a world dominated by male perspectives.  The opening of "Fresh Leaves" begins with a detailed preface by the author, explaining her intentions for the book and inviting readers to explore her new stories, including a mix of lighthearted and serious themes. The first chapter introduces the Wade family, focusing on Mr. Wade, whose gruff demeanor contrasts with his wife's attempts to create a warm and welcoming home environment. As tensions rise in their household, particularly with the arrival of Mr. Doe, the story highlights the frustrations of domestic life and the burdens placed on women, setting the tone for the reflections and anecdotes that follow throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45172
ER  -