Godey's Lady's Book, 1863, Vol. 66 (Classic Reprint)

Language: English

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

1333524110 / 9781333524111

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Print on Demand. This book takes readers on a journey to the bustling city of New York, specifically to the renowned department store of A.T. Stewart & Co. in 1863. Through the lens of a narrative voice that is both observant and engaging, the author paints a vivid picture of the storeââ â¢s grand interior and the diverse crowds that throng its aisles. Readers will experience the extravagance of the storeââ â¢s silk and carpet departments, the quiet efficiency of its workrooms, and the warmth of its cloakroom. The author uses this detailed portrayal of Stewartââ â¢s as a springboard to explore broader themes of social class, gender roles, and the changing nature of urban life in the mid-19th century. The bookââ â¢s central characters ââ â Miss Celia Croft, the miserly heiress, and Roxy, the orphan girl ââ â are brought to life through their interactions with the Squire Wentworth, and the author examines the complexities of their relationships, highlighting the power dynamics that play out within the context of a patriarchal society. The authorââ â¢s insightful observations into the social structure of the time reveal a society divided by wealth and opportunity, and the bookââ â¢s enduring significance lies in its ability to capture the essence of this era, highlighting the anxieties and aspirations that defined the lives of its inhabitants. 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.…

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Title
Godey's Lady's Book, 1863, Vol. 66 (Classic Reprint)
Author
Mrs. Sarah J. Hale, L. A. Godey
Publisher
Forgotten Books
Publication year
2024
Condition
New
Book Type
print-on-demand item
Binding
Paperback
Language
English
ISBN 10
1333524110
ISBN 13
9781333524111
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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