Mother

First published in 1911, this classic by Kathleen Norris sold over 500,000 copies. <br />"Mother" is the sweet story of Margaret Paget, a discontented young woman who longs to be out in the world "doing" something with her life, instead of staying home with her family. She didn't intend to be like her mother, who had eight children and worked for them from morning till night. <br />One day, Margaret's world is turned upside down when she "accidentally" meets a wealthy woman from New York. Over several years of working as a secretary for Mrs. Carr-Boldt, she slowly but surely is influenced by the world around her - the world of luxury and richness for which she had so long desired. Margaret's ideals that had been formed at her mother's knee, fade away, until a small incident softens her heart, and makes her realize that it is her mother who is the greatest woman she knows. <br /><br /> This edition has been slightly edited from the original text for your reading enjoyment.