Souls for Sale

Dive into the captivating world of Rupert Hughes Souls for Sale, arguably the most commercially successful Hollywood novel of the 1920s. This compelling tale responds to the eras critiques of the film industrys moral decay and indulgence in vice. Follow Mem Steddon, the devout daughter of a religious zealot, as she is thrust into a new life on the West Coast after an unplanned pregnancy. On her journey, Mem encounters a vibrant cast of eccentric film folk in a movie colony. As she takes on a role as a film extra, her dreams of stardom begin to emerge. However, the glitzy façade of Hollywood soon reveals its complexities, challenging Mems aspirations and beliefs. This novel inspired a beloved 1923 film adaptation featuring a rising Eleanor Boardman, directed by Hughes himself. (Summary by ChuckW)