Lydia Maria Child

The American Frugal Housewife (eBook, ePUB)

Thrifty Tips and Household Wisdom: A Guide to Frugal Living in 19th Century America

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'The American Frugal Housewife,' Lydia Maria Child offers a comprehensive guide to thrifty domestic management, intertwining practical advice with moral philosophy. This seminal text reflects the prevailing economic struggles of early 19th-century America, utilizing a clear and accessible literary style to appeal to a broad audience. Child's work delves into various topics such as budgeting, cooking, gardening, and home remedies, all underscored by a commitment to frugality as a virtue. The book stands as a vital contribution to the genre of household manuals and is notable for its progressive stances on women's roles in the domestic sphere and the emerging consumer culture of the time. Lydia Maria Child, an ardent advocate for social reform, was deeply influenced by her experiences in a changing America. Her commitment to issues like abolition and women'Äôs rights resonates throughout her writing. 'The American Frugal Housewife' is not merely a practical manual; it reflects Child's belief in the empowerment of women through knowledgeable and prudent household management. Her insights stem from her own life experiences and a response to the economic realities faced by many families. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in American social history, women's studies, and domestic literature. Child's blend of practicality and progressive thought provides not only valuable household tips but also a rich commentary on the evolving role of women in society. Its timeless wisdom makes it a must-read for those seeking inspiration in frugality, resourcefulness, and social consciousness.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 220
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664138248
• Artikelnr.: 58437102

Autorenporträt

Mrs. Lydia Maria Child (1802-1880) was widely read and extremely well informed. She was the successful and popular author of a novel (Hobomok) and several how-to books (The Frugal Housewife, The Mother's Book, The Girl's Own Book), and editor of the Juvenile Miscellany. She was also a former educator and a member of the learned and reform-minded intellectual circles in Boston, both in her own right and as the younger sister of Convers Francis (1795-1863), a Unitarian minister, Harvard professor, and member of the Transcendental Club. In 1828 she married David Lee Child (1794-1874), another Harvard graduate, schoolmaster, diplomat, and lawyer. Their association with William Lloyd Garrison prompted Mrs. Child to publish this Appeal, for which she paid the price of alienating a significant portion of her previous audience. She did not waver but went on to edit the National Anti-Slavery Standard in New York City (1840-1844) and continued to write in support of emancipation, women's rights, and native rights as well.