"A New England Girlhood, Outlined from Memory" by Lucy Larcom is a reflective autobiography about the author's childhood in 1800s New England, capturing the heart of growing up during that time. The story begins in Beverly, Massachusetts, she warmly remembers her early years, focusing on her town, her relatives, and the simple things that filled her days, while weaving a compelling narrative that underscores the impact of family traditions, deep-rooted religious beliefs, and the inspiring force of both nature and poetry. Through her descriptive writing, she paints a detailed picture of her young life, setting the stage for exploring the themes of memory, personal identity, and unwavering faith. Her memories invite readers into a world of youthful innocence, sure to resonate with anyone who cherishes their own childhood memories.
A New England Girlhood, Outlined from Memory (Beverly, MA)
By Lucy Larcom
Experience the heartwarming journey of a young girl in 19th-century New England as she explores family, faith, and the simple joys of childhood through vivid and reflective memories.
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About the AuthorLucy Larcom was an American teacher, poet, and author. She was one of the first teachers at Wheaton Female Seminary in Norton, Massachusetts, teaching there from 1854 to 1862. During that time, she co-founded Rushlight Literary Magazine, a submission-based student literary magazine which is still published. From 1865 to 1873, she was the editor of the Boston-based Our Young Folks, which merged with St. Nicholas Magazine in 1874. In 1889, Larcom published one of the best-known accounts of New England childhood of her time, A New England Girlhood, commonly used as a reference in studying antebellum American childhood; the autobiographical text covers the early years of her life in Beverly Farms and Lowell, Massachusetts.
Lucy Larcom was an American teacher, poet, and author. She was one of the first teachers at Wheaton Female Seminary in Norton, Massachusetts, teaching there from 1854 to 1862. During that time, she co-founded Rushlight Literary Magazine, a submission-based student literary magazine which is still published. From 1865 to 1873, she was the editor of the Boston-based Our Young Folks, which merged with St. Nicholas Magazine in 1874. In 1889, Larcom published one of the best-known accounts of New England childhood of her time, A New England Girlhood, commonly used as a reference in studying antebellum American childhood; the autobiographical text covers the early years of her life in Beverly Farms and Lowell, Massachusetts.
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