“Mrs. Schneiderman's theory of life was that earth held no sorrow that food could not heal.”
Quote by Bess Streeter Aldrich
Work
The Collected Short Works, 1920-1954
This compilation includes a variety of short works, showcasing the author's writing style and thematic concerns over a significant period of time. more
Author
Bess Streeter Aldrich
Bess Streeter Aldrich was an American author born on February 17, 1881, and died on August 3, 1954. Known for her depiction of rural life in the American Midwest, her works, such as 'The Little City', have become classics of American literature. more
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