Quickened is a novel written by Anna Chapin Ray and published in 1908. The story follows the life of a young woman named Ruth Thorne who is struggling to find her place in the world. Ruth is a talented artist, but her family does not support her dreams and instead wants her to marry and settle down. Despite their objections, Ruth moves to New York City to pursue her passion for art. She meets a group of like-minded individuals who encourage her to...