Dawn OHara The Girl Who Laughed 1911 is a novel by Edna Ferber. Written while the author was recovering from a bout of anemia Ferbers debut marked the beginning of an illustrious literary career. Inspired by her experience as a reporter in the city and countryside Dawn OHara The Girl Who Laughed is the story of a young woman who recognizes the unhappiness in her life and decides to risk it all for something better. Lighthearted in nature Ferbers novel recalls the best of Fitzgerald in its unswerving commitment to humanity in all its beauty and terror. Newspaper reporting hm In New York Thats a devil of a job for a woman. And a husband who... Well youll have to take a six months course in loafing young woman. And at the end of that time if you are still determined to work cant you pick out something easierlike taking in scrubbing for instance As though suffering a mental breakdown wasnt bad enough Dawn is forced to listen to the snide advice of a doctor who seems to know more about her home and professional life than she does. Determined to maintain her career as a reporter she decides to move to a small town and start fresh. Away from the hustle and bustle of New York City she hopes to find success while learning more about herself in the process. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript this edition of Edna Ferbers Dawn OHara The Girl Who Laughed is a classic work of American literature reimagined for modern readers.