“I hate the word proper. If you tell me a thing is not proper, I immediately feel the most rabid desire to go 'neck and heels' into it.”
Quote by Fanny Fern
Work
Fanny Fern [pseud.]: A Memorial Volume. Containing Her Select Writings and a Memoir
This volume serves as a tribute to Fanny Fern, featuring a collection of her notable works and a personal memoir that offers insight into her life and writing. more
Author
Fanny Fern
Fanny Fern, born Sarah Josepha Hale, was a prominent American columnist in the 19th century. Known for her humor and insightful social commentary, she made significant contributions to the status of women in literature and public discourse. more
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