Ruth Hall

Ruth Hall is a novel by Fanny Fern that follows the life of Miss Ruth Hall after her husband dies from typhoid fever. With her two youngest daughters to support, Ruth must find a way to make end meet and pursues writing, despite discouragement from her family. She eventually meets a new publisher who promises to pay her more, but on the condition that she writes exclusively for him. The novel is a story of endurance and excellence, and this edition by Fanny Fern features an eye-catching new cover design and modern font to make it accessible to contemporary audiences.

Format: Hardback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press

In Fanny Fern's novel Ruth Hall, Miss Ruth Hall is left to navigate life without her husband, Harry, after he unexpectedly passes away from typhoid fever. This tragedy follows the loss of Harry and Ruth's eldest daughter, Daisy, who tragically succumbed to a respiratory illness. Amidst the depths of mourning and the responsibility of caring for her two youngest daughters, Ruth must find a way to sustain her family. After resorting to begging, her father grants her a small sum of money. With limited options, Ruth relocates her family to an unsafe and rundown part of town, where they struggle to make ends meet. Despite facing discouragement from her parents and older brother, Ruth pursues her passion for writing, as she has exhausted other job opportunities. Through her determination, she manages to find an editor, Mr. Lascom, and Mr. Tibbetts, who publish her works. While her writing captivates readers and attracts more subscriptions to the newspapers, Ruth faces unfair compensation from Mr. Lascom and Mr. Tibbetts. Despite her job, she continues to struggle financially. As Ruth persists in her passion, working tirelessly to survive on her modest salary, she meets a new publisher who offers her a more substantial pay than other publishers, with the condition that she writes exclusively for him. This opportunity presents a chance for Ruth to achieve financial stability and further her career. Through her resilience and determination, Ruth overcomes numerous challenges and achieves success as a writer, providing for her family and finding love again. Ruth Hall is a testament to the human spirit's strength and the power of perseverance in the face of adversity.

In Fanny Fern's novel Ruth Hall, Miss Ruth Hall is left to navigate life without her husband, Harry, after he unexpectedly passes away from typhoid fever. This tragedy follows the loss of Harry and Ruth's eldest daughter, Daisy, who tragically succumbed to a respiratory illness. Amidst the depths of mourning and the responsibility of caring for her two youngest daughters, Ruth must find a way to sustain her family. After resorting to begging, her father grants her a small sum of money. With limited options, Ruth relocates her family to an unsafe and rundown part of town, where they struggle to make ends meet. Despite facing discouragement from her parents and older brother, Ruth pursues her passion for writing, as she has exhausted other job opportunities. Through her determination, she manages to find an editor, Mr. Lascom, and Mr. Tibbetts, who publish her works. While her writing captivates readers and attracts more subscriptions to the newspapers, Ruth faces unfair compensation from Mr. Lascom and Mr. Tibbetts. Despite her job, she continues to struggle financially. As Ruth persists in her passion, working tirelessly to survive on her modest salary, she meets a new publisher who offers her a more substantial pay than other publishers, with the condition that she writes exclusively for him. This opportunity presents a chance for Ruth to achieve financial stability and further her career. Through her resilience and determination, Ruth overcomes numerous challenges and achieves success as a writer, providing for her family and finding love again. Ruth Hall is a testament to the human spirit's strength and the power of perseverance in the face of adversity.

Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513133348