The American Frugal Housewife

In "The American Frugal Housewife," Lydia Maria Child presents a comprehensive guide that extols the virtues of frugality and domestic efficiency during a time of economic uncertainty in early 19th-century America. Written in a didactic yet engaging prose style, Child's work combines personal anecdotes, practical advice, and a strong moral underpinning, aligning with the transcendentalist ideals o...