Publisher's Synopsis
Gertrude And I is a novel written by Adele Guggenheimer Lewisohn and published in 1915. The story follows the lives of two young women, Gertrude and the narrator, as they navigate their way through the social and cultural complexities of New York City in the early 20th century. Gertrude is a wealthy and privileged young woman who is struggling to find her place in society, while the narrator is a working-class girl who dreams of a better life.As the two women become friends, they begin to explore the city together, attending parties and cultural events, and experiencing the joys and challenges of life in New York. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including artists, intellectuals, and socialites, who help them to understand the world around them and discover their own identities.Throughout the novel, Lewisohn explores themes of class, gender, and identity, as well as the changing social and cultural landscape of early 20th century America. With its vivid descriptions of New York City and its diverse cast of characters, Gertrude And I offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, while also exploring timeless themes that continue to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
