Living on a Little

"Living on a Little" by Caroline French Benton is a manual for smart home management, showing readers how to live well on less in the early 1900s. The book is a guide to saving money, especially when it comes to managing a home's budget, making meals, and making a nice home without spending a lot. Meet Mrs. Thorne and her sister Dolly, who are learning how to handle household costs and plan carefully. Dolly, who is getting married soon, wants to live with her sister for a year to learn how to run a house. The sisters talk and learn about how to budget, plan meals, and use things wisely. They share funny stories about their different lives and give tips on finding food and cooking cheap meals. Dolly learns a lot, and Mrs. Thorne shares her knowledge, showing readers how to live economically and overcome challenges.