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  • Elizabeth

    the feisty feminist

    by Mary Holmes ...
    Early women's rights and fighting for the vote, Elizabeth Wolstenholme Elmy led the way.Fifty percent of the population had no legal rights and belonged to their fathers and husbands when Elizabeth was born. British women were powerless, and domestic violence was legally acceptable.How did all this change? Born in Manchester, Elizabeth saw women in dire poverty and her family were involved in ... Read more

    $9.89 CAD

  • What is Gender?

    Sociological Approaches

    by Mary Holmes ...
    Is gender something done to us by society, or something we do? What is the relationship between gender and other inequalities?What is Gender? explores these complex and important questions, helping readers to critically analyse how women′s and men′s lives are shaped by the society in which they live. The book offers a comprehensive account of trends in sociological thinking, from a material and ... Read more

    $108.79 CAD

  • Dora Deane; Or, The East India Uncle

    Love, Family, and Society in 19th Century America: A Sentimental Tale

    In "Dora Deane; Or, The East India Uncle," Mary Jane Holmes weaves a compelling narrative that deftly explores themes of family, social identity, and the complexities of colonialism in the 19th century. The novel is characterized by Holmes'Äôs accessible prose, rich character development, and atmospheric settings that vividly render both rural America and the exotic East Indies. As the protagonist ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Gender and Everyday Life

    by Mary Holmes ...
    Series series The New Sociology
    Why are we so insistent that women and men are different? This introduction to gender provides a fascinating, readable exploration of how society divides people into feminine women and masculine men. Gender and Everyday Life explores gender as a way of seeing women and men as not just biological organisms, but as people shaped by their everyday social world. Examining how gender has been ... Read more

    Was $94.99 CAD Now $85.19 CAD

  • Distance Relationships

    Intimacy and Emotions Amongst Academics and their Partners In Dual-Locations

    by Mary Holmes ...
    Series series Social Sciences (R0)
    Drawing on interviews with UK couples in distance relationships, this book seeks to explain, evaluate and advance sociological debates about intimate life. It provides a rich and human perspective on how bodies, emotions and connections to others are key in maintaining intimate relationships. ... Read more

    $64.09 CAD

  • Sociology for Optimists

    by Mary Holmes ...
    Breaking away from the idea that sociology only ever elaborates the negative, Sociology for Optimists shows that sociology can provide hope in dealing with social issues through critical approaches that acknowledge the positive.From politics and inequality to nature and faith, Mary Holmes shows how a critical and optimistic sociology can help us think about and understand human experience not just ... Read more

    $71.19 CAD

  • Dora Deane: Darkness and Daylight: Bad Hugh

    (3 Timeless Romance Novels)

    Series series Unsecretbooks publication
    "Mrs. Holmes is a peculiarly pleasant and fascinating writer. Her books are always entertaining, and she has the rare faculty of enlisting the sympathy and affections of her readers, and of holding their attention to her pages with deep and absorbing interest."G.W. Dillingham Co., Publishers, NEW YORK.Mary Jane Holmes was a bestselling and prolific American author who published 39 popular novels, ... Read more

    $0.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Bessie's Fortune: Rosamond: Jessie Graham

    (3 Timeless Romance Novels)

    Series series Unsecretbooks publication
    "Mrs. Holmes is a peculiarly pleasant and fascinating writer. Her books are always entertaining, and she has the rare faculty of enlisting the sympathy and affections of her readers, and of holding their attention to her pages with deep and absorbing interest."G.W. Dillingham Co., Publishers, NEW YORK.Mary Jane Holmes was a bestselling and prolific American author who published 39 popular novels, ... Read more

    $0.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Hugh Worthington

    A novel

    In her novel "Hugh Worthington," Mary Jane Holmes masterfully weaves a rich tapestry of mid-19th century American society, exploring themes of love, ambition, and moral integrity amidst the backdrop of social upheaval. The narrative centers around the titular character, Hugh, whose pursuit of self-identity and societal acceptance unfolds through Holmes's poignant prose and vivid characterization. ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Rich Enough?

    A Laid-back Guide for Every Kiwi 2025 Edition

    by Mary Holm ...
    A revised and updated edition of the no.1 bestseller.Find out what many in the financial world don't want you to know. Laid-back investing is not only easier, it can actually make you richer.Learn how to kill off debt, curb spending, find your best KiwiSaver fund, save painlessly, buy a house or be happy not buying one, and move confidently towards and through retirement (hint: you don't need $1 ... Read more

    $13.99 CAD

  • Mrs. Hallam's companion; and The Spring Farm, and other tales

    Enriched edition. Echoes of Victorian Heartache and Joy

    In "Mrs. Hallam's Companion; and The Spring Farm, and Other Tales," Mary Jane Holmes presents a rich tapestry of 19th-century American life, weaving themes of domesticity, social responsibility, and moral integrity into her narratives. The book combines elements of sentimental and regional literature, showcasing the lives of strong female characters who navigate societal expectations while forging ... Read more

    Was $2.99 CAD Now $1.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Christmas stories

    Capturing the spirit of Christmas: Heartwarming tales of family, love, and redemption in 19th-century America

    In "Christmas Stories," Mary Jane Holmes deftly intertwines themes of love, redemption, and the spirit of giving within a collection that is as heartwarming as it is reflective of the the Victorian era's embrace of moral didacticism. The book showcases Holmes's signature narrative style, characterized by vivid characterizations and rich emotional depth, inviting readers into idyllic holiday ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus