<div><p>Originally published in 1923, this epic tale of motherhood, money, and sacrifice, inspired the first radio soap opera, a play, and three films, including the Oscar-nominated 1937 movie starring Barbara Stanwyck.<i>Stella Dallas</i> brings into sharp focus our societal obsession with the judgment of mothers, offering social commentary that is still shockingly relevant nearly one hundred years after its initial publication.</p><p><b>Olive Higgins Prouty</b> (1882–1974) is the author of many books including <i>Now Voyager</i>. Later in her life, Prouty was a patron and mentor, and the basis for a character in Sylvia Plath's<i>The Bell Jar</i>.<br></p></div>