A moving collection of a young woman’s inner life, preserved as a sister’s tribute. This tender volume gathers journal excerpts and reflections that trace a bright, curious girl’s years of study, faith, and growth. Read as a biographical memoir, it offers a window into a life shaped by education, friendship, and the search for meaning.
The book frames a life lived with curiosity and courage, blending personal moments with larger questions about fate, love, and spirituality. It honors a sister’s memory by sharing honest thoughts, everyday dreams, and the quiet strength that carried her through joy and life’s challenges.
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New York, March 2,1864. Rev. Dr. Foster: Dear Sir, Will you do us the favor to prepare a fitting Introduction to Nineteen Beautiful Years? Your acquaintance with and personal friendship for both author and subject will make it, we have no doubt, a pleasing task; and by complying you will confer upon us and the public an obligation. Eespectfully and truly, Harper and Brothers. Sing Sing, March 5,1864. Messrs. Harper and Brothers: Dear Sirs, I take great delight in complying with your request: believing, as I do, that the little volume which you are about to publish will be a most interesting and valuable contribution to the reading public. It will also be a task of love both for the living and the dead. Truly yours, etc., R. S. Foster.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This captivating memoir unveils the story of Mary, a young woman known for her love of learning, gentle nature, and unwavering faith. The author, Mary's sister Frances Willard, paints a vivid portrait of Mary's life, from her childhood in a rustic cottage amidst the prairies to her years of diligent study at leading educational institutions. Throughout the memoir, readers will delve into Mary's innermost thoughts and aspirations as they are revealed in her private journals. The author's insightful commentary and reminiscences provide a rich context for Mary's spiritual journey, her quest for knowledge, and her desire to lead a life that was both meaningful and fulfilling. This book is a poignant exploration of the human experience, offering a lens through which we can reflect on the themes of faith, personal growth, and the enduring power of love. The author's keen observations and Mary's own words weave an inspiring tale that will resonate with readers long after they finish the last page. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331092315_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331092315
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