The Shoulders Of Atlas (Paperback)

The Shoulders of Atlas is a novel written by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman. The book is set in a small New England town and follows the story of a young woman named Doris who is struggling to make ends meet after the death of her father. Doris is forced to take on a job as a live-in caregiver for an elderly woman named Mrs. Cornelia Latham. Mrs. Latham is a wealthy and demanding woman who makes life difficult for Doris.As the story progresses, Doris begins to uncover secrets about Mrs. Latham's past and her family's history. She also meets and falls in love with a young man named John, who helps her to navigate the challenges of her job and her personal life.Throughout the book, Freeman explores themes of class, gender, and power dynamics. She also delves into the complexities of family relationships and the impact of secrets and lies on individuals and communities.Overall, The Shoulders of Atlas is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on life in small-town America during the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.