My Opinions and Betsey Bobbet's

"My Opinions and Betsey Bobbet's" by Marietta Holley

Marietta Holley, was an American humorist who used satire to comment on U.S. society and politics. Using her signature wit and good humor, Holley brings readers into her mind through the tale of Betsey Bobbet. Every day moments are made into extraordinary adventures of entertainment as she discusses marriage, child-rearing, and the social constructs that women were expected to fall into.