Publisher's Synopsis
The Ladies' Book of Anecdotes and Sketches of Character is a collection of short stories and anecdotes compiled by Daniel Smith and originally published in 1852. The book is intended for a female audience and features stories that are meant to be both entertaining and instructive.The anecdotes in the book cover a wide range of topics, including love, friendship, family, and morality. Many of the stories are based on real-life events and feature historical figures, while others are fictional and serve as cautionary tales.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different theme. For example, one section is devoted to stories about women who have overcome adversity, while another focuses on humorous anecdotes.Overall, The Ladies' Book of Anecdotes and Sketches of Character provides a glimpse into the lives of women in the mid-19th century and offers insights into the values and beliefs of the time. It is an entertaining and informative read that is sure to appeal to anyone interested in history, literature, or women's studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
