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The Story Of A Boston Family is a historical novel written by Caroline Wells Healey Dall in 1903. The book depicts the life of a wealthy family living in Boston during the 19th century. The story revolves around the family patriarch, a successful businessman named John Ward, and his wife, Mary. The couple has three children - two sons and a daughter - who are all raised in the lap of luxury. The novel explores the family's dynamics, including their relationships with each other, their friends, and their servants. It also delves into the social and political issues of the time, such as the abolition of slavery and women's suffrage. Throughout the book, the author portrays the family's struggles and triumphs, including the death of their eldest son during the Civil War and their daughter's marriage to a wealthy businessman. The novel also highlights the changing times and how the family adapts to these changes. Overall, The Story Of A Boston Family is a captivating historical novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of Boston's elite during the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, social issues, and family dynamics.In Two Parts. Part One, Ann Dowse Williams; Part Two, Mary Williams Langley.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781165879397
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 32
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 216x279x2 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 127 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 12. december 2024
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The Story Of A Boston Family is a historical novel written by Caroline Wells Healey Dall in 1903. The book depicts the life of a wealthy family living in Boston during the 19th century. The story revolves around the family patriarch, a successful businessman named John Ward, and his wife, Mary. The couple has three children - two sons and a daughter - who are all raised in the lap of luxury. The novel explores the family's dynamics, including their relationships with each other, their friends, and their servants. It also delves into the social and political issues of the time, such as the abolition of slavery and women's suffrage. Throughout the book, the author portrays the family's struggles and triumphs, including the death of their eldest son during the Civil War and their daughter's marriage to a wealthy businessman. The novel also highlights the changing times and how the family adapts to these changes. Overall, The Story Of A Boston Family is a captivating historical novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of Boston's elite during the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, social issues, and family dynamics.In Two Parts. Part One, Ann Dowse Williams; Part Two, Mary Williams Langley.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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