Harriet Beecher Stowe

Broschiertes Buch

Household Papers and Stories

Beschreibung

Harriet Beecher Stowe, the celebrated author of "Uncle Tom's Cabin," turns her insightful eye to the realm of domestic life in "Household Papers and Stories." This collection offers a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century family life and household management through a series of engaging short stories and reflective papers. Explore timeless themes of home economics, personal finance, and the everyday challenges and joys of building a Christian home. Stowe's work provides practical advice interwoven with compelling narratives, offering a blend of domestic fiction and insightful commentary. Readers interested in the nuances of family life during this era and the intersection of faith and daily living will find much to ponder in this carefully curated collection. Discover the enduring wisdom found within these pages, offering a window into a world where faith and family were at the heart of the home. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Harriet Beecher Stowe (1811-1896) is a paramount figure in American literature and history, celebrated for her indelible impact on the anti-slavery movement. Born in Litchfield, Connecticut, she was the daughter of Lyman Beecher, a prominent Congregationalist preacher, thus embedding her deep in the moral and religious discourse of her time. Educated at the Hartford Female Seminary founded by her sister, Stowe cultivated the intellectual prowess that underpinned her literary works. Her opus, 'Uncle Tom's Cabin,' is renowned for its galvanizing effect on the anti-slavery cause, igniting compassion and anger that reverberated across the United States and abroad. In addition to her magnum opus, Stowe's portfolio is rich with other works, including 'Household Papers and Stories,' a compendium that showcases her deft skill in capturing and articulating the intricacies of domestic life and social norms of her era. Through her poignant prose and insightful narrative, Stowe's writings extend beyond mere storytelling; they serve as a critical lens into the fabric of 19th-century American society. Her literary style, characterized by a blend of sentimentality and realism, allows her to both appeal to her readers' emotions and offer a critique of the social injustices of her time.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 354
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 494g
• ISBN-13: 9781023381703
• ISBN-10: 1023381702
• Artikelnr.: 73996182