"This is a Borzoi Book published by Alfred A. Knopf"--Title page verso.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
The world before her -- The redeemer's children -- Patriarchs under pressure -- Satisfaction -- A coquette? -- You belong to me -- Like a virgin -- The butterfly -- The sorcerer's apprentice.
Summary
"A study of sexual politics in 19th century New England through the life of one woman"-- Provided by publisher.