The White Morning: A Novel of the Power of the German Women in Wartime

by Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton

Overview

The book opens with what promises to be a valuable addition to the war literature designed to depict the German character. Its value for the reader has a priori attestation from the knowledge that Gertrude Atherton had more or less seven years of more or less continuous residence in Germany. The suppressed individuality of German womanhood and the blustering dominance of junker masculinity are given a forceful portrayal.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783958648999
Publisher:	Otbebookpublishing
Publication date:	10/24/2017
Series:	Classics To Go
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	124
File size:	590 KB

About the Author

Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton (1857-1948) was a trailblazing American author whose audacious spirit and literary prowess left an indelible mark on early 20th-century literature. Born in San Francisco, Atherton's life was as colorful and unconventional as her novels. She defied societal norms by pursuing a writing career at a time when women were expected to remain in the domestic sphere. Atherton's works often explored themes of feminism, social justice, and the complexities of human relationships, making her a forerunner in advocating for women's rights. Her bold narratives and strong, independent female characters challenged the status quo, earning her both acclaim and controversy. She was unafraid to tackle taboo subjects such as divorce, sexuality, and the constraints of marriage, which resonated with and inspired contemporary writers like Edith Wharton and Willa Cather.Her personal life was equally compelling; she eloped with George H. B. Atherton, a move that scandalized her family and society. After his untimely death, she immersed herself in her writing, producing a prolific body of work that included novels, short stories, and essays. Atherton's fearless approach to both her life and literature made her a revolutionary figure, pushing the boundaries of what women could achieve in the literary world. Her legacy endures as a testament to her courage, creativity, and unwavering commitment to social progress.
Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton (October 30, 1857 – June 14, 1948) was a prominent and prolific American author. Many of her novels are set in her home state of California. Her bestseller Black Oxen (1923) was made into a silent movie of the same name. In addition to novels, she wrote short stories, essays, and articles for magazines and newspapers on such issues as feminism, politics, and war. She was strong-willed, independent-minded, and sometimes controversial. (Wikipedia)