The mother's book

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The mother's book

by Lydia Maria Child

EN·~5 hours

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Description

A practical handbook crafted especially for mothers, this volume offers plain‑spoken guidance on shaping a child’s character and intellect. Drawing on the author’s own observations and conversations with thoughtful parents, it presents a series of clear maxims that stress the power of example, conversation, and the everyday environment. The tone is earnest yet accessible, aiming to reach families in the growing middle class who seek sensible direction amid a crowded market of advice books.

The work builds on the author’s earlier success with domestic guides, positioning itself as a companion for those who want to nurture both moral virtue and practical ability in their children. It covers everyday matters—from managing household duties to fostering curiosity—while underscoring the broader civic responsibility of raising informed citizens. Readers will find a blend of gentle admonition and realistic tips that feel as relevant today as they were when first printed.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~5 hours (295K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Original publisher

United States: C. S. Francis & Co., 1846.

Credits

The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2022-11-14

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Lydia Maria Child

Lydia Maria Child

1802–1880

A pioneering American writer and reformer, she used novels, journalism, and essays to reach a wide audience and became one of the earliest white women to argue forcefully for the abolition of slavery. Her life joined literary success with decades of outspoken work for antislavery and Native American rights.

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