Beautiful and lyrical, this third novel by Willa Cather follows the life
of Thea Kronberg from her childhood in 19th-century Nebraska to her
career as a renowned opera singer.
Since the time of its publication in 1915, this novel had captivated
readers with its sharp observations, shimmering descriptions, sly humor,
and its provocative heroine--a feisty young woman who strives to create
her own destiny, regardless of social restrictions.
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