Virtuous Wives (1918)

Virtuous Wives is a novel written by Owen Johnson and published in 1918. The book tells the story of two women who are married to successful businessmen in New York City in the early 20th century. The first woman, Mrs. Henry Grew, is a devoted wife and mother who has always put her family first. The second woman, Mrs. Philip Castle, is a socialite who is more interested in her own pleasure and status than in her husband's business or their children.As the story unfolds, Mrs. Grew and Mrs. Castle become friends and their lives become intertwined. Mrs. Grew helps Mrs. Castle navigate the social scene, while Mrs. Castle introduces Mrs. Grew to a more glamorous lifestyle. However, their friendship is tested when Mrs. Castle's selfish actions threaten the well-being of Mrs. Grew's family.The novel explores themes of marriage, family, social class, and the role of women in early 20th century America. It portrays the struggles and sacrifices of virtuous wives who strive to balance their responsibilities as wives and mothers with their own desires and ambitions. The book also provides a vivid portrait of New York City society during this time period, with its opulent parties, fashionable clothing, and strict social codes.Overall, Virtuous Wives is a thought-provoking and entertaining novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of women in early 20th century America.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.