Prisons Of Air (1891)

Zillah Levice, a gifted artist from a wealthy Jewish family, faces societal pressures that lead her into a loveless marriage. Her life transforms when she encounters Swami Vivekananda, who introduces her to Vedanta philosophy, prompting her to seek spiritual fulfillment. As she navigates her new beliefs, Zillah grapples with her upbringing and becomes entangled in a love triangle involving a fellow Vedantist and a businessman. The novel delves into themes of spirituality, religious conflict, and the tension between tradition and modernity in turn-of-the-century America.