Bits Of Gossip (1904)

Bits of Gossip is a collection of short stories written by Rebecca Harding Davis and published in 1904. The stories are set in the late 19th century and focus on the lives of women in various social classes. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part comprising of stories about upper-class women and the second part about working-class women. The stories in the first part explore the lives of wealthy women who are often bored and unfulfilled in their privileged lives. They struggle with issues such as infidelity, social expectations, and the constraints of gender roles. The characters are complex and often flawed, making them relatable to modern readers.The stories in the second part of the book focus on working-class women and their struggles to survive in a society that often disregards their needs and desires. These women face poverty, abuse, and exploitation, and their stories highlight the injustices of the time. Overall, Bits of Gossip is a thought-provoking collection of stories that explores the lives of women in the late 19th century. Davis's writing is insightful and empathetic, and her stories provide a window into a fascinating period of history.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.