"Annie Kilburn" is a novel by the famous American writer William Dean Howells. This book tells the story of a young woman named Annie, who decides to marry an older man to help her family secure a better future. However, her choice faces social perceptions and moral conflicts. The author successfully reproduces the atmosphere of American society of the 19th century, revealing the complexities and contradictions of that time. "Annie Kilburn" is an exciting book that reveals deep human feelings and the fate of the main character, forcing the reader to think about universal human values and choices in life.