Half Portions

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Featuring a range of narratives, this collection showcases Edna Ferber's talent for creating strong female protagonists and addressing themes of discrimination. The stories, including "The Maternal Feminine" and "The Dancing Girls," reflect her keen observations from her time as a newspaper reporter and her experiences covering significant political events. Ferber's ability to intertwine personal struggles with broader societal issues is evident throughout, highlighting her literary prowess that earned her a Pulitzer Prize for "So Big."