The Confessions of a Club Woman (Classic Reprint)

Agnes Surbridge

ISBN 10: 1333969465 / ISBN 13: 9781333969462

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book offers an insightful look into the life of a woman as she navigates the complexities of her marriage, family, and newfound independence. The author chronicles the journey of a young woman as she transitions from the confines of domestic life into the burgeoning club movement of early 20th-century Chicago. Through her experiences, the book explores the changing roles of women in society and the challenges and opportunities that accompanied these shifts. It delves into the protagonist's transformation from a traditional housewife to a passionate advocate for women's empowerment, shedding light on the struggles and triumphs faced by women seeking to carve out their own paths. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781333969462_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Confessions of a Club Woman (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1333969465
• ISBN 13: 9781333969462
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • General Fiction

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Synopsis

A wife, a mother, and a rising club woman confront ambition, marriage, and the lure of a glittering life.

This historical novel follows a Kansas-born woman who moves to Chicago with her grocer husband and two children. As modern life and social circles press in, she discovers a new self in the pages of society columns, fashionable events, and the power of women who lead and influence. The story charts a journey from contented domestic life to the whirl of club life, and back again toward a more honest, grounded sense of purpose.

Set in a world of genteel salons, boardroom alliances, and public campaigns, the book foregrounds a woman’s struggle to balance family, duty, and personal aspiration. It raises timeless questions about ambition, community, and what it means to live with integrity in a busy, changing era.

• Follow a pivotal social ascent and the costs it exacts on home life


• See how club leadership shapes friendships, politics, and personal choices


• Witness a dramatic shift toward self-discovery and personal honesty

Ideal for readers who enjoy early 20th-century fiction, character-driven dramas, and stories about women's lives, responsibilities, and growth.