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Discover the untapped brilliance of womens wit in a world where it has long been overlooked. While the cleverness of men has been discussed to death, the sharp humor and insights of women remain largely unrecognized. With the enthusiasm of a true explorer, I share the delightful findings from my summers work. I am confident that every woman will take pride in owning this collection, and many men will be intrigued to see what women have to offer in the realm of wit. In fact, Im already anticipating the demand for a second volume! – Kate Sanborn, Hanover, N.H., August 1885.

This short account of Swami Vivekananda, the Vedantist who brought Hinduism to America, focuses on the years 1893 to 1897. After a famous speech at the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893, Vivekananda promoted his religious beliefs and practices by lecturing extensively across the United States, teaching and attracting devotees, producing a wealth of publications and tracts on Hinduism, encouraging vegetarianism, writing the first book on yoga to appear in America and so on, for a new and enthusiastic audience.

Adopting an Abandoned Farm—a woman’s journey as a writer-farmer in a man’s world is a compelling narrative of a trailblazing woman who defies societal norms by pursuing both farming and writing in a male-dominated landscape. Leaving behind city life, Sanborn immerses herself in the challenges of rural existence while continuing to document her experiences through her writing. As the sole female farmer, she faces skepticism and astonishment from male counterparts at auctions and farm sales, where her presence disrupts expectations.