The Black Gown (1900)

The Black Gown is a novel written by Ruth Hall and first published in 1900. Set in the late 19th century, the story revolves around the life of a young woman named Mary Ware, who becomes a minister's wife after marrying the Reverend Norman Ware. Mary is a strong-willed and independent woman who struggles to find her place in a world dominated by men.The novel explores themes of gender roles, religion, and social class. Mary's journey as a minister's wife is fraught with challenges, including the expectations of her role in the church and the judgment of those around her. She also faces personal struggles, such as her desire for independence and her conflicting feelings about motherhood.Throughout the novel, Hall provides a vivid depiction of small-town life in the late 19th century, including the social norms and customs of the time. The Black Gown is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by women during this period.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.