Excerpt from A Journey to Ohio in 1810
The family genealogy formally records that Mar garet Dwight Bell became the mother of thirteen children, that she died on October 9, 1834, and that she was a lady of remarkable sweetness and excel lence, and devotedly religious. Family tradition adds a personal touch in relating that her home was a center of hospitality and that she herself was active and very vivacious.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book captivates readers with a first-hand account of an arduous journey undertaken by the author in the early 19th century. Departing from her home in the northeast to join her cousins in Ohio, she embarks on a monthlong expedition by horse-drawn wagon. Along her arduous trek, she contends with harsh weather, encounters a diverse cast of characters, and navigates the social and cultural differences between her home state and the frontier territories. The author's intimate journal entries offer a vibrant glimpse into the realities of westward expansion, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs experienced by settlers during this pivotal era. She provides insightful commentary on the evolving American landscape and the clash between tradition and modernity. Through her vivid descriptions and candid reflections, this book transports readers back in time, immersing them in the trials and tribulations of a remarkable journey that shaped the nation's destiny. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331769897_0
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