Jenny Fields is a fictional character and accidental feminist icon from John Irving’s 1978 novel The World According to Garp . Known for her fierce independence and non-conformity, she serves as the mother of the protagonist, T.S. Garp. Character Overview and History
: Born into a wealthy family, Jenny dropped out of Wellesley College after realizing her parents only sent her there to find a "well-bred" husband. She chose to become a nurse , a profession she valued for its practical utility and "no-nonsense" uniform. jenny fields
: Because of her fame, her home became a sanctuary for "female strays," including the Ellen Jamesians—a radical group of women who cut out their tongues in protest of a horrific crime. Jenny Fields is a fictional character and accidental