THE CRYING SISTERS by MABEL SEELY Triangle 1939 1944 Hardcover [Hardcover] Mabel Seely [Hardcover] Mabel Seely

Description

Hardcover is worn and faded. The spine has a split along the spine. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

This 1939 edition of “The Crying Sisters” by Mabel Seely is a fascinating glimpse into the literary world of early 20th century America. Published during the Great Depression, Seely’s novel offers a poignant exploration of the struggles faced by women and families during this tumultuous era. As a writer associated with the Prairie Naturalist movement, Seely’s work often depicted the harsh realities of rural life with unflinching honesty and vivid detail.

While the book’s worn condition is a testament to its age and likely readership over the decades, the clean pages and secure binding suggest a well-loved and cherished copy. For collectors and readers alike, this edition holds particular significance as a representation of the resilience and determination that defined the American spirit during one of the nation’s most challenging periods. Seely’s literary voice, though often overshadowed by her more famous contemporaries, remains an important part of the cultural tapestry of the 1930s and 1940s.