"Shadows and sunbeams: Being a second series of Fern leaves from Fanny's portfolio" by Fanny Fern. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

In 'Fern Leaves from Fanny's Port-folio', Fanny Fern offers a collection of witty and insightful essays on various social issues of the 19th century America. Her writing style is marked by a unique blend of humor, sarcasm, and poignant observations, making her a prominent figure in the literary scene of her time. The book provides a fascinating look into the societal norms and gender roles of the era, offering a perspective that challenges the status quo and advocates for change. Fanny Fern's sharp wit and keen insight engage readers, inviting them to reconsider their own beliefs and biases. Her unconventional approach to storytelling and her fearless opinions set her apart from her contemporaries, making this collection a must-read for those interested in exploring the complexities of American society in the 1800s. Fanny Fern's bold voice and unapologetic stance make 'Fern Leaves from Fanny's Port-folio' a compelling and thought-provoking read for anyone looking to delve into the cultural and social issues of the past.

"What Otter has done better than most contemporary readers of Melville is to bring Melville's obsession with rhetoric and with authorship into alignment with those political issues and to capture fully the context of Melville's concerns."—Priscilla Wald, author of Constituting Americans