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Crux

Crux

By: Charlotte Perkins Gilman
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 This story is primarily crafted for young women, followed by young men, and ultimately for anyone who seeks to understand its message. Those who question its facts and figures are encouraged to consult Social Diseases and Marriage by Dr. Prince Morrow or Hygiene and Morality by Miss Lavinia Dock, a seasoned nurse with extensive experience. While some may argue that the challenging truths revealed are unsuitable for young girls, it is precisely these young women who must be informed to safeguard themselves and future generations. Awareness of danger is vital before it becomes too late to act. This novel delves into the potential hazards of syphilis faced by an over-sheltered yet defiant young woman in 19th century America, alongside the circle of friends who offer counsel against a perilous marriage. - Summary by Charlotte Perkins Gilman and Winnifred AssmannCopyright 19th and 20th Century Fiction Hygiene & Healthy Living Science Social Sciences
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  • 013 - XII Achievements

    013 - XII Achievements
    Feb 22 2026
    This story is primarily crafted for young women, followed by young men, and ultimately for anyone who seeks to understand its message. Those who question its facts and figures are encouraged to consult Social Diseases and Marriage by Dr. Prince Morrow or Hygiene and Morality by Miss Lavinia Dock, a seasoned nurse with extensive experience. While some may argue that the challenging truths revealed are unsuitable for young girls, it is precisely these young women who must be informed to safeguard themselves and future generations. Awareness of danger is vital before it becomes too late to act. This novel delves into the potential hazards of syphilis faced by an over-sheltered yet defiant young woman in 19th century America, alongside the circle of friends who offer counsel against a perilous marriage. - Summary by Charlotte Perkins Gilman and Winnifred Assmann
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    33 mins
  • 012 - XI Thereafter

    012 - XI Thereafter
    Feb 22 2026
    This story is primarily crafted for young women, followed by young men, and ultimately for anyone who seeks to understand its message. Those who question its facts and figures are encouraged to consult Social Diseases and Marriage by Dr. Prince Morrow or Hygiene and Morality by Miss Lavinia Dock, a seasoned nurse with extensive experience. While some may argue that the challenging truths revealed are unsuitable for young girls, it is precisely these young women who must be informed to safeguard themselves and future generations. Awareness of danger is vital before it becomes too late to act. This novel delves into the potential hazards of syphilis faced by an over-sheltered yet defiant young woman in 19th century America, alongside the circle of friends who offer counsel against a perilous marriage. - Summary by Charlotte Perkins Gilman and Winnifred Assmann
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    31 mins
  • 011 - X Determination

    011 - X Determination
    Feb 22 2026
    This story is primarily crafted for young women, followed by young men, and ultimately for anyone who seeks to understand its message. Those who question its facts and figures are encouraged to consult Social Diseases and Marriage by Dr. Prince Morrow or Hygiene and Morality by Miss Lavinia Dock, a seasoned nurse with extensive experience. While some may argue that the challenging truths revealed are unsuitable for young girls, it is precisely these young women who must be informed to safeguard themselves and future generations. Awareness of danger is vital before it becomes too late to act. This novel delves into the potential hazards of syphilis faced by an over-sheltered yet defiant young woman in 19th century America, alongside the circle of friends who offer counsel against a perilous marriage. - Summary by Charlotte Perkins Gilman and Winnifred Assmann
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    31 mins
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