Rose of Dutcher's Coolly

Rose of Dutcher's Coolly is set in the fictional Midwestern town of Freeport which closely resembles Garland's own hometown of West Salem Wisconsin. The novel follows the life of Rose Dutcher a young woman born into a poor farming family as she navigates the challenges and opportunities of rural life. Rose is depicted as a spirited and independent-minded individual determined to improve her circumstances and find fulfillment beyond the confines of her humble upbringing. Despite the hardships she faces including poverty social prejudice and limited opportunities for women Rose remains resilient and determined to pursue her dreams.