Publisher's Synopsis

Fanny Herself is a novel written by Edna Ferber and published in 1917. The book tells the story of Fanny Brandeis, a young Jewish girl growing up in the Midwest at the turn of the 20th century. Fanny is determined to succeed in life despite the obstacles she faces, including prejudice and discrimination against women and Jews.The novel follows Fanny as she navigates her way through school, college, and her early career in the garment industry. Along the way, she faces numerous challenges, from financial struggles to romantic disappointments. Despite these setbacks, Fanny remains determined to achieve her goals and make a name for herself in the world.Fanny Herself is a poignant and insightful portrait of a young woman coming of age in a rapidly changing world. Ferber's writing is both lyrical and powerful, capturing the spirit of the times and the struggles of those who sought to make their mark on the world. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of women's rights, Jewish culture, or the American experience in 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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781163980491
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 346
Weight: 462g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 18mm