The Willow-Ware

In "The Willow-Ware," Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman presents a poignant exploration of the lives of rural New England women navigating societal expectations and personal aspirations. Written in a lyrical prose style that evokes the beauty and harshness of the New England landscape, the narrative intricately weaves themes of familial loyalty, economic hardship, and the quest for autonomy. Set agains...