Lydia Maria Child
Lydia Maria Child was an American abolitionist, women's rights activist, Native American rights activist, novelist, journalist, and opponent of American expansionism. Her journals, both fiction and domestic manuals, reached wide audiences from the 1820s through the 1850s. At times she shocked her audience as she tried to take on issues of both male dominance and white supremacy in some of her stories.
The American Frugal Housewife
Discover how to stretch every dollar and resource with timeless advice on cooking, home remedies, and household management from a bygone era.
By Lydia Maria Child
The Duty of Disobedience to the Fugitive Slave Act An Appeal To The Legislators Of Massachusetts, Anti-Slavery Tracts No. 9
Experience a brave call to action as a writer sparks flames of dissent, demanding leaders confront their ethics to end the horrors of enslavement.
By Lydia Maria Child
The mother's book
Discover how a mother's love and wisdom can shape a child's destiny, guiding them to a bright future filled with knowledge and kindness.
By Lydia Maria Child
Isaac T. Hopper: A True Life
Witness the inspiring story of a fearless activist who risked everything to help those escaping the chains of slavery, fueled by an unyielding belief in equality and justice.
By Lydia Maria Child
The Freedmen's Book
Discover the inspiring true stories of remarkable black figures who defied the odds, fought for freedom, and left an enduring legacy of courage and resilience.
By Lydia Maria Child
Anti-slavery catechism
Discover a past where right and wrong battled over people's freedom, urging the nation to confront its shadowed sins.
By Lydia Maria Child
The history of the condition of women in various ages and nations : $b Vol. 1 (of 2), Comprising the women of Asia and Africa
Journey back in time to witness the struggles and triumphs of women across Asia and Africa, as their roles and status are shaped by the ancient civilizations that defined their world.
By Lydia Maria Child
The history of the condition of women, in various ages and nations (vol. 2 of 2) : $b Comprising the women of Europe, America, and South Sea Islands
Explore the long journey of women's struggles and triumphs throughout history, as society tried to define their roles and limit their potential.
By Lydia Maria Child
Philothea: A Grecian Romance
In ancient Greece, a young woman is torn between her forbidden love and the rigid rules of her society.
By Lydia Maria Child
An Appeal in Favor of that Class of Americans Called Africans
** Discover a bold call for justice that challenges a nation's conscience to confront the brutal reality of slavery and champion the cause of human dignity.
By Lydia Maria Child
Autumnal leaves: tales and sketches in prose and rhyme
In a world defined by social barriers, a forbidden love ignites between a wealthy gentleman and a humble nursery maid, threatening to defy the conventions of their time.
By Lydia Maria Child
A Romance of the Republic
In 19th-century New Orleans, two beautiful sisters must confront their hidden heritage, societal prejudices, and family secrets to secure their freedom and find love against all odds.
By Lydia Maria Child