A Woman's Life-Work — Labors and Experiences of Laura S. Haviland

** "A Woman's Life-Work — Labors and Experiences of Laura S. Haviland" by Laura S. (Laura Smith) Haviland is a captivating memoir from the 1800s illustrating the author's extraordinary journey as an abolitionist and educator. Haviland gives a rich account of her life, documenting the powerful challenges and critical moments she confronted while defending the rights of the oppressed, specifically focusing on slavery and the educational advancement of formerly enslaved people. Woven into the narrative are her early perceptions of slavery, and the strong, religious beliefs that fueled her activism. Raised in a Quaker household, Haviland embodies a steadfast moral compass, guiding her actions against societal injustices. In sharing her childhood reflections on faith and morality, she sets the stage for a life devoted to social reform in which she experiences personal trials alongside the broader conflicts surrounding slavery, resulting in an emotionally resonant, historical view into her life's work. **