<p>In "The History of Maria Kittle," Ann Eliza Bleecker presents a poignant narrative that unfolds the complex life of a woman striving to assert her identity in the early American landscape. Written in the epistolary style that was popular during the late 18th century, Bleecker's work draws upon rich, emotive language to illustrate Maria's struggles against societal expectations and personal adversities. The novel's contextual backdrop is ground...