Auteur: Maud Howe Elliott

Maud Howe Elliott (1854-1948) was a distinguished American author, editor, and suffragist, known for her numerous literary contributions and for her work in the arts and social reform. Born into a family deeply entrenched in the arts and letters—her mother, Julia Ward Howe, was a prominent poet and her father, Dr. Samuel G. Howe, was a well-respected physician and abolitionist—Elliott inherited a commitment to intellectual pursuits and social activism. She authored several books, among which « The San Rosario Ranch » captures the essence of her keen observations of social settings and her skillful storytelling. Elliott »s literary style often interweaves vivid character portrayals with intricate descriptions of locales, a testament to her expertise in conjuring the spirit of a place and its people. In addition to her writing, she contributed significantly to the cultural life of her time, co-founding the Art Association of Newport and working tirelessly for women »s suffrage. Elliott »s most renowned work, « Three Generations », earned her the Pulitzer Prize for its honest, autobiographical exploration of the lives of women in her eminent family. Her literary legacy extends beyond the borders of her novels to essays, biographies, and her dedicated efforts as an editor, all of which reflect her multifaceted contributions to American literature and civil society.