Mary at the Farm and Book of Recipes Compiled During Her Visit Among the…

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Author Thomas, Edith May Bertels, 1859-
Title Mary at the Farm and Book of Recipes Compiled During Her Visit Among the "Pennsylvania Germans"
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Summary "Mary at the Farm and Book of Recipes Compiled During Her Visit Among the Pennsylvania Germans" by Edith M. Thomas is a semi-autobiographical collection written during the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the character Mary Midleton, who visits her relatives on a Pennsylvania farm, where she learns about domestic life, cooking, and homemaking while exploring themes of family, tradition, and the significance of women’s roles in the household. At the start of the book, Mary Midleton receives a letter from her Uncle John, inviting her to spend the summer at Clear Spring Farm. Her arrival is met with enthusiasm as Aunt Sarah, her great-aunt, prepares an array of delicious foods in anticipation of her visit. The opening chapters establish the warm dynamics of the family, with Aunt Sarah depicted as a dedicated homemaker who exemplifies traditional values and practical wisdom. The narrative also hints at themes of women’s suffrage through Mary’s conversations with Aunt Sarah, setting the stage for her journey of personal growth and learning about the balance between domestic duties and broader societal roles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F106: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States
LoC Class TX: Technology: Home economics
Subject Pennsylvania Dutch
Subject Cooking -- Pennsylvania
Subject Pennsylvania -- Social life and customs
Subject Cookbooks
Category Text
EBook-No. 13545
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 23, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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