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The Woman Who Did is a novel written by Grant Allen, first published in 1895. The story follows the life of Herminia Barton, a fiercely independent and unconventional woman who challenges the societal norms of her time. Herminia is a successful writer and artist who refuses to... Read Full Overview

"The Woman Who Did" from Grant Allen. Canadian science writer and novelist (1848-1899).

The Woman Who Did is a novel by British author Grant Allen, first published in 1895. The story revolves around a young woman named Herminia Barton, who defies the societal norms of the Victorian era by refusing to marry and instead pursues a career as an artist. Herminia's decision... Read Full Overview

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Herminia Barton, the Cambridge-educated daughter of a clergyman, frees herself from her parents' influence, moves to London and starts living alone. As she is not a woman of independent means, she starts working as a teacher. When she meets and falls in love with Alan Merrick,... Read Full Overview

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