An Umbrella Made for a Man
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In the 1990s, strong-willed Irene Maxwell embarks on her path toward ordination as an Episcopal priest, confident in her calling but unprepared for the hidden obstacles she'll face. During a job interview with the dean of a cathedral-conducted uncomfortably in his car-he asks Irene questions, only to interrupt her responses by poking her leg, forcing her into silence. Even though women in the priesthood had become more acceptable by then, Irene soon discovers that gender biases haven't disappeared-they've simply gone underground, devolving into a form of guerilla warfare. Microaggressions, sex...
In the 1990s, strong-willed Irene Maxwell embarks on her path toward ordination as an Episcopal priest, confident in her calling but unprepared for the hidden obstacles she'll face. During a job interview with the dean of a cathedral-conducted uncomfortably in his car-he asks Irene questions, only to interrupt her responses by poking her leg, forcing her into silence. Even though women in the priesthood had become more acceptable by then, Irene soon discovers that gender biases haven't disappeared-they've simply gone underground, devolving into a form of guerilla warfare. Microaggressions, sexual innuendos, and dismissive attitudes from her male colleagues are constant reminders of the unspoken resistance she faces. As Irene navigates this challenging environment, she asks herself: What can I do? Who will protect me in this world? Her journey of self-discovery ultimately leads her to create a groundbreaking safe place for other women with similar experiences. An Umbrella Made for a Man not only follows Irene's personal struggles but also explores the broader question of why human beings inflict harm on each other. From acknowledging the darker sides of our nature to seeking paths toward peace, Irene's story is one of transformation as she moves from frustration and pain toward hope, joy, and love. "In a series of connected vignettes that, at times, metamorphose into prose poems, Katherine Elberfeld treats her readers to a plethora of existential dilemmas in a unique voice laced with rich metaphors and repeated imagery. Elberfeld's work, reminiscent of such diverse authors as Flannery O'Connor, Marcel Proust, and Marilynne Robinson, explores topics ranging from childhood influences and adult companionship to male-female relationships in the workplace and beyond, and, ultimately, to love and God, illness and death. If you are looking for a book with stellar prose that skirts the boundaries of creativity, An Umbrella Made for a Man is the book for you." --Leissa Shahrak, Author of Half the World Limited-time special offer! With the purchase of any book on Amazon by Katherine Elberfeld - winner of a place at the 2025 Playa Flamingo Writing Residency - get a free copy of her meditations collection In the Midst of Sunflowers! Just click kaewrites.com and provide your mailing address on the "Contact" form.
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