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Woman of Genius

Woman of Genius

By: Mary Hunter Austin
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 In her captivating 1912 novel, Mary Hunter Austin (1868-1934) weaves a tale inspired by her own experiences, bringing to life the struggles of a remarkable woman torn between her public aspirations and private longings. Set against the backdrop of a post-Civil War Midwest, the story follows Olivia Lattimore, a tragic actress navigating the tumultuous waters of romance and art. With poetic insight, Austin delves into the myriad social and economic hurdles that gifted women like Olivia encounter in their quest for self-fulfillment. In a cynical Gilded Age America, she poses a poignant question can a “woman of genius” truly attain both happiness and success? Summary by Amy DunklebergerCopyright Biographies 2.0 Art Literary History & Criticism Science Social Sciences
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  • 34 - Woman of Genius by Mary Hunter Austin

    34 - Woman of Genius by Mary Hunter Austin
    Aug 19 2025
    In her captivating 1912 novel, Mary Hunter Austin (1868-1934) weaves a tale inspired by her own experiences, bringing to life the struggles of a remarkable woman torn between her public aspirations and private longings. Set against the backdrop of a post-Civil War Midwest, the story follows Olivia Lattimore, a tragic actress navigating the tumultuous waters of romance and art. With poetic insight, Austin delves into the myriad social and economic hurdles that gifted women like Olivia encounter in their quest for self-fulfillment. In a cynical Gilded Age America, she poses a poignant question can a “woman of genius” truly attain both happiness and success? Summary by Amy Dunkleberger
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    28 mins
  • 33 - Woman of Genius by Mary Hunter Austin

    33 - Woman of Genius by Mary Hunter Austin
    Aug 19 2025
    In her captivating 1912 novel, Mary Hunter Austin (1868-1934) weaves a tale inspired by her own experiences, bringing to life the struggles of a remarkable woman torn between her public aspirations and private longings. Set against the backdrop of a post-Civil War Midwest, the story follows Olivia Lattimore, a tragic actress navigating the tumultuous waters of romance and art. With poetic insight, Austin delves into the myriad social and economic hurdles that gifted women like Olivia encounter in their quest for self-fulfillment. In a cynical Gilded Age America, she poses a poignant question can a “woman of genius” truly attain both happiness and success? Summary by Amy Dunkleberger
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    35 mins
  • 32 - Woman of Genius by Mary Hunter Austin

    32 - Woman of Genius by Mary Hunter Austin
    Aug 19 2025
    In her captivating 1912 novel, Mary Hunter Austin (1868-1934) weaves a tale inspired by her own experiences, bringing to life the struggles of a remarkable woman torn between her public aspirations and private longings. Set against the backdrop of a post-Civil War Midwest, the story follows Olivia Lattimore, a tragic actress navigating the tumultuous waters of romance and art. With poetic insight, Austin delves into the myriad social and economic hurdles that gifted women like Olivia encounter in their quest for self-fulfillment. In a cynical Gilded Age America, she poses a poignant question can a “woman of genius” truly attain both happiness and success? Summary by Amy Dunkleberger
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    21 mins
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