Colonial Dames and Good Wives

Colonial Dames and Good Wives is a non-fiction book written by Alice Morse Earle that provides an in-depth look at the lives of women in colonial America. The book is divided into two parts: the first section explores the lives of colonial dames, women who were born into wealthy families and had a high social status, while the second section focuses on the lives of good wives, women who were married to farmers, tradesmen, and other working-class men.Through various anecdotes and historical accounts, Earle paints a vivid picture of the challenges and opportunities that women faced in colonial America. She explores topics such as marriage, childbirth, education, and religion, and provides insight into the roles that women played in colonial society.One of the key themes of the book is the idea that women were instrumental in shaping the culture and society of colonial America. Earle argues that women were not simply passive observers of history, but active participants who played a vital role in shaping the future of the nation.Overall, Colonial Dames and Good Wives is an engaging and informative exploration of the lives of women in colonial America. It provides a unique perspective on the history of the United States, and offers valuable insights into the experiences of women who lived during this fascinating period of American history.1895. Earle’s historical research and writing emphasized the homely details of everyday life-manners, customs, handicrafts-rather than the world of politics and affairs, and her popular exposition of her findings helped spark a renewal of public interest in the American past. Contents: Consorts and Relicts; Women of Affairs; Double-Tongued and Naughty Women; Boston Neighbors; A Fearful Female Traveler; Two Colonial Adventuresses; The Universal Friend; Eighteenth-Century Manners; Their Amusements and Accomplishments; Daughters of Liberty; A Revolutionary Housewife; and Fireside Industries. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.