| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Hale, Sarah Josepha Buell, 1788-1879 |
| Title |
Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 42, January, 1851
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Keith Edkins and the PG Online
Distributed Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 42, January, 1851" by Various is a periodical publication focused on women's interests, written in the mid-19th century. This work serves as a reflection of contemporary societal norms and ideals, particularly around gender roles and domestic life. The contents likely vary from fiction and essays to illustrations and practical advice for women of that era. The opening portion of the publication introduces readers to a story featuring Catherine Grant, a woman of moral strength who influences those around her through her quiet actions and innate goodness. As the narrative unfolds, we learn about her relationship with her husband, Willis Grant, who spends his time at a club instead of at home. This sets up a tension between domestic life and societal expectations, particularly highlighting Catherine’s loneliness and her efforts to maintain a loving home for their child, Gertrude. The opening conveys a rich exploration of marriage, social circles, and personal sacrifices, particularly through the lens of Catherine's experiences as she navigates her relationship with Willis and her challenges in a society that often prioritizes male pursuits over family life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
Women's periodicals, American
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| Subject |
Fashion -- 19th century -- Periodicals
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| Subject |
United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
15080 |
| Release Date |
Feb 16, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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