Ann S. Epstein writes novels, short stories, memoir, essays, and poems. Please use the links or site menu to go to the HOME PAGE; learn about her NOVELS, SHORT STORIES, MEMOIR, ESSAYS, and POEMS; find interesting facts in BEHIND THE STORY; read REFLECTIONS on writing; check NEWS for updates on publications and related events; see REVIEWS; learn about her END-OF-LIFE DOULA credentials and services; and CONTACT US to send webmail.
Marshall Field & Company, a Chicago landmark built 1891-1892, boasted lavish restaurants. The Narcissus Tea Room for women was named for a bronze statue atop a huge center fountain. Chicken croquettes cost 45¢. The Men’s Grill, where no women were allowed, featured heavy walnut furniture and table-cloth free tables. Read more Chicago history in Tazia and Gemma (see (NOVELS).
