Ladies Must Live

Name: Ladies Must Live
Author: Alice Duer Miller

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The narrative follows a circle of fashionable New York socialites gathered for a country house party, and traces competing motives of ambition, romance, and personal autonomy as several women negotiate marriage, reputation, and emotional truth. Through vivid sketches of hostesscraft, flirtation, and social calculation, characters reveal hypocrisies, shifting alliances, and the costs of seeking security or advancement. Episodes alternate witty observation and moments of private feeling, examining how social expectation and individual desire shape choices about love, independence, and self-definition.

About the Author

Alice Duer Miller

Alice Duer Miller was an American author and poet known for her contributions to early 20th-century literature, particularly in the context of women's rights and social issues. Her notable works include "Are Women People? A Book of Rhymes for Suffrage Times," which reflects her advocacy for women's suffrage through witty and engaging poetry. Miller's writing often combined humor with sharp social commentary, making her a significant voice in the feminist literary movement of her time. In addition to her poetry, she wrote novels such as "Come Out of the Kitchen! A Romance" and "Ladies Must Live," showcasing her versatility as a writer.

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