Aims and Aids for Girls and Young Women On the Various Duties of Life, Physical, Intellectual, And Moral Development; Self-Culture, Improvement, Dress, Beauty, Fashion, Employment, Education, The Home Relations, Their Duties To Young Men, Marriage, Womanhood And Happiness.

"Aims and Aids for Girls and Young Women" by G. S. Weaver is a guide written for young women, highlighting the importance of self-improvement and independence in the 1800s. The book examines key areas of a woman's life, from her health and mind to her morals and place in the world, and it encourages young women to break free from societal expectations. It pushes for women to develop their own character, take care of their bodies, and plan wisely for the future, showing the importance of girlhood in shaping who one becomes. It expresses worry over how society often fails to properly educate girls, instead focusing on looks and trends, and it promotes the idea that chasing independence and personal value is crucial while cautioning against placing too much importance on beauty without goodness. The goal is to encourage girls to aim higher and cultivate themselves.