Homely Heroine

Homely Heroine

by Edna Ferber

Homely Heroine by Edna Ferber is a collection of four short stories that explore the themes of courage, faith, and the complexities of human nature. The title story features a plain and homely woman who defies expectations and proves herself to be a true heroine. The other stories in the collection include "A Bush League Hero," "What She Wore," and "The Man Who Came Back," each of which delves into the lives of ordinary people facing extraordinary challenges. Ferber's writing is insightful and compassionate, and her characters are relatable and well-developed.

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Edna Ferber

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Edna Ferberwas an American novelist, short story writer and playwright.     Ferber was born August 15, 1885, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to a Hu...

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