Fern [1811-1872], a best-selling novelist and columnist, wrote conversational stories that appealed mainly to middle-class women. Through writing, she successfully supported herself after divorcing her second husband, who did not deserve her.  This book includes over 150 stories, some just a few paragraphs and some several pages long.  371 pages. Caxton Edition. Beautiful embossed Late Victorian cover. Previous owner signed inside.  Donohue, Henneberry & Co. Chicago. 1890.  USED. $30.00