The congressman's wife, a story of American politics by John D. Barry

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Author Barry, John D. (John Daniel), 1866-1942
Illustrator Kirby, Rollin, 1875-1952
LoC No. 03023053
Title The congressman's wife, a story of American politics
Original Publication United States: The Smart Set Publishing Co.,1903.
Credits Carlos Colon, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary "The Congressman’s Wife, A Story of American Politics" by John D. Barry is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative delves into the intricate world of American politics, focusing on the interplay between public life and private relationships, particularly through the lens of the titular character, Mrs. Douglas Briggs, and her husband, Congressman Briggs. The opening sets the stage for exploring themes of societal expectations, the pressures of political life, and the moral complexities that often accompany public service. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Congressman Douglas Briggs and his wife, Helen, as they prepare for a grand reception to celebrate moving into their new home in Washington, D.C. The atmosphere is lively, filled with discussions around the challenges of political life and the toll it takes on personal relationships. Through various interactions, including with fellow politicians and members of society, the narrative hints at the stress and demands that come with their roles in public life. As the opening unfolds, the reader is taken into the world of entertaining, the couple's struggles to maintain their home life amid political obligations, and the broader social dynamics at play, setting the stage for the moral dilemmas and conflicts that will likely arise as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Political fiction
Subject Washington (D.C.) -- Fiction
Subject Legislators' spouses -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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