Miriam Michelson

Miriam Michelson
Miriam Michelson was an American journalist and novelist known for her pioneering work in both fields during the early 20th century. Her writing often addressed social issues, particularly gender equality and women’s rights, with humor and wit. One of her most famous works, "In the Bishop’s Carriage," tells the story of a young female thief who becomes an actress, offering a unique female perspective on ambition and independence. Michelson's novels were popular in her time, influencing public discourse on women’s roles and inspiring later feminist writers.

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I. When the thing was at its hottest, I bolted. Tom, like the darling he is—(Yes, you are, old fellow, you're as precious to me as—as you are to the police—if they could only get their hands on you)—well, Tom drew off the crowd, having passed the old gentleman's watch to me, and I made for the women's rooms. The station was crowded, as it always is in the afternoon, and in a... more...