The Evening Book : Or Fireside Talk On Morals And Manners With Sketches Of Western Life (1852) (Hardcover)

The Evening Book: Or Fireside Talk On Morals And Manners With Sketches Of Western Life is a book written by Caroline M. Kirkland and originally published in 1852. The book is a collection of essays and sketches that provide a window into the social and cultural life of the American Midwest during the mid-19th century. The book is divided into two parts. The first part is devoted to discussions on morals and manners with the author offering advice and guidance on how to conduct oneself in various social situations. The second part of the book is a collection of sketches that depict life in the American West during the 19th century. Kirkland s writing is characterized by her wit humor and keen observation of human behavior. She offers insights into the daily lives of people living in the American Midwest during the 19th century including their social customs religious beliefs and attitudes towards gender roles. Overall The Evening Book: Or Fireside Talk On Morals And Manners With Sketches Of Western Life provides a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural life of the American Midwest during the mid-19th century and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the region.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.