Newspaperwoman, novelist, and ardent advocate of women\'s rights, Lydia Maria Child (1802-1880) was recognized as one of the foremost female authors of her day.
Along with these words to live by, she also offer. "Save " "Share " "Do not destroy " were maxims she repeatedly stressed.
Married at 25 to a charming dreamer whose irresponsible behavior quickly depleted their meager earnings, she compiled this book (based, very likely, on personal experience) for women of less than moderate means.
Newspaperwoman, novelist, and ardent advocate of women\'s rights, Lydia Maria Child (1802-1880) was recognized as one of the foremost female authors of her day