The Black Gown is a novel written by Ruth Hall and first published in 1900. Set in the late 19th century, the story revolves around the life of a young woman named Mary Ware, who becomes a minister's wife after marrying the Reverend Norman Ware. Mary is a strong-willed and independent woman who struggles to find her place in a world dominated by men.The novel explores themes of gender roles, religion, and social class. Mary's journey as a minister's...