Fannie Hurst was one of the best-paid and most widely read American short story writers of the early twentieth century, known for fiction centered on working women and urban life. Just Around the Corner, published in 1914, is an early story collection showcasing her sympathetic, emotionally direct approach to characters navigating the pressures of modern city life.
Hurst’s work captured the experiences of women and immigrant communities in ways that resonated with millions of readers. Download this free public-domain EPUB at Better Gutenberg for an introduction to a major figure in American popular fiction.