Publisher's Synopsis
"The Daughter of the Storage" is a work by Howells. The story centers around the character of a young girl named Sarah Maitland, who is the daughter of a self-made man. Sarah's father owns a successful storage warehouse business in a small American town.
The novella explores themes such as social class, family dynamics, and the pursuit of wealth. Sarah's father, Mr. Maitland, is portrayed as a man who has worked hard to achieve success but is also driven by materialistic desires. Sarah, on the other hand, represents innocence and idealism, often questioning her father's values and priorities.
As the story unfolds, Sarah finds herself torn between her loyalty to her father and her desire for a more meaningful and fulfilling life. She becomes involved in a romantic relationship with a young man named Jerry, who comes from a different social background. Their relationship challenges Sarah's preconceived notions about wealth and status.
"The Daughter of the Storage" is characteristic of Howells' realist style, which often depicted the struggles and aspirations of ordinary Americans. While not as well-known as some of his other works, the novella offers insights into early 20th-century American society and remains of interest to scholars and readers interested in Howells' literary contributions.
