Facts and Fictions of Life by Helen H. Gardener

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Author Gardener, Helen H. (Helen Hamilton), 1853-1925
Title Facts and Fictions of Life
Note Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents The fictions of fiction -- A day in court -- Thrown in with the city's dead -- An irresponsible educated class -- Sex in brain -- Woman as an annex -- The moral responsibility of woman in heredity -- Heredity in its relations to a double standard of morals -- Divorce and the proposed national laws -- Lawsuit or legacy -- Points humorous and otherwise about life insurance -- Common sense in surgery -- Heredity: is acquired character or condition transmittible? -- Environment: can heredity be modified?
Credits David Widger
Summary "Facts and Fictions of Life" by Helen H. Gardener is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. The text predominantly explores various societal issues, particularly focusing on women's roles, heredity, and the discrepancies between the ideals presented in fiction versus the realities of life. Gardener aims to dissect these topics critically, shedding light on both the darker aspects of society and the misunderstandings perpetuated by popular literature. The opening of the book sets the stage for Gardener's exploration of the complexities of human existence. In the preface, she emphasizes the importance of understanding multiple facets of each topic, particularly in the context of heredity and societal conditions. Gardener introduces her motivations for writing, recalling a formative experience from her youth that sparked her interest in heredity and social justice. She discusses how popular fiction misrepresents women's lives, creating unrealistic expectations that ultimately disarm young girls, leading them to believe that marriage or destiny will solve their problems. Throughout the initial chapters, Gardener's intention is to provoke thought and challenge readers to confront the uncomfortable truths about societal norms, while also acknowledging the brighter potential of the future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
Subject Feminism
Subject Women -- Suffrage -- United States
Subject American essays -- 19th century
Subject Women -- United States -- Social conditions
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EBook-No. 42329
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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