Bobbie, General Manager: A Novel

Bobbie, General Manager is a novel by Olive Higgins Prouty, first published in 1913. The story centers on Lucy 'Bobbie' Vars, a sixteen-year-old girl who becomes the caretaker of her family after her mother's death. Set in early 20th-century New England, the narrative explores Bobbie's struggles with her identity, social aspirations, and the challenges of managing her household amidst familial responsibilities. The novel provides a candid look at the complexities of teenage life and family dynamics during the Gilded Age.