Ragged Lady — Volume 1
1899
Published in 1899, 'Ragged Lady — Volume 1' by William Dean Howells explores the lives of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lander during their summer in Middlemount, New England. The narrative focuses on their interactions with a young girl named Clementina and her family, the Claxons, highlighting themes of social class and human connection. This novel is notable for its examination of class disparity and personal relationships, set against the backdrop of rural America and influenced by Howells' keen social observations.
