The American Frugal Housewife (eBook, ePUB) - Child, Lydia Maria
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Lydia Maria Child's 'The American Frugal Housewife' is a remarkable text that provides practical advice on household management, cooking, and frugality in the early 19th century United States. Written in a straightforward and instructional style, the book is a valuable resource for understanding domestic life and social norms during this period. Child's emphasis on thrift and resourcefulness reflects the growing interest in domestic economy and women's role in maintaining the household in the 1800s. Lydia Maria Child, a prominent abolitionist and women's rights advocate, drew on her own…mehr

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Lydia Maria Child's 'The American Frugal Housewife' is a remarkable text that provides practical advice on household management, cooking, and frugality in the early 19th century United States. Written in a straightforward and instructional style, the book is a valuable resource for understanding domestic life and social norms during this period. Child's emphasis on thrift and resourcefulness reflects the growing interest in domestic economy and women's role in maintaining the household in the 1800s. Lydia Maria Child, a prominent abolitionist and women's rights advocate, drew on her own experiences as a wife and mother to compile this comprehensive guide. Her passion for social justice and progressive values is evident throughout the book, as she empowers women to take control of their household finances and make informed decisions for their families. Child's unique perspective as a writer and activist adds depth and significance to 'The American Frugal Housewife.' I highly recommend 'The American Frugal Housewife' to readers interested in gender studies, American history, and domestic literature. Child's insightful observations and practical advice make this book a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of early 19th century domestic life and the evolving role of women in society.
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Lydia Maria Child was a prolific American writer and activist born on February 11, 1802, in Medford, Massachusetts. Throughout her life and career, Child penned an extensive array of works that include novels, domestic manuals, historical texts, and pamphlets related to social causes. She is widely remembered for her significant contributions to literary and social reform movements of the 19th century. Child's literary style fused practicality with progressive values, particularly evident in her most famous work, 'The American Frugal Housewife' (1829), which provided a useful manual to women seeking to manage household affairs economically while also subtly infusing the text with advocacy for women's education and participation in public life. Her writings often challenged the norms and expectations of her time, reflecting her commitment to abolitionism, women's rights, and Native American rights. Her other notable works include 'An Appeal in Favor of that Class of Americans Called Africans' (1833) and 'Letters from New York' (1843–1845). As an editor of the National Anti-Slavery Standard and an advocate for racial equality, Child helped shape the discourse on important social issues of her time. Her profound impact on American thought is recognized both in literary circles for her innovative approaches to genre and narrative, and in historical records for her steadfast dedication to reform and justice.