The Diary of Delia

"The Diary of Delia" by Onoto Watanna

Written by Onoto Watanna (the pseudonym of Canadian author Winnifred Eaton), «The Diary of Delia» gives readers insights into the day-to-day life of an average housekeeper during the early 20th century. Delia is a poor, working-class woman who makes ends meet by taking care of the home of a wealthier family. The story opens on Delia as she begins to resist the disrespect she receives from some of her employers. Determined to make something of herself, she goes out into the world to find a better life. This book's legacy of strength and female empowerment has made it a seminal piece of literature.