[iv], 303 pp. 7½x5, original green cloth, rebacked with original spine laid down. First Edition.

Very scarce novel of the sexual and emotional awakening of a young woman, often considered to be a precursor to the American feminist writings of the later 20th century. Immediately after its publication reviewers denounced the "unwholesome" content of this book, while simultaneously acknowledging that the writing style was outstanding. It was also condemned for its sexual openness. The harsh reaction to the book may have been a factor in the publisher's decision to cease publication after a single printing.