A Girl's Life In Germantown (1916)

By Elizabeth Wood Coffin

Book Overview

""A Girl's Life in Germantown"" is a memoir written by Elizabeth Wood Coffin, originally published in 1916. The book is a detailed account of Coffin's childhood in Germantown, a historic neighborhood in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during the late 1800s. Coffin writes about her experiences growing up in a Quaker family, attending school, and participating in social activities of the time. She describes the daily routines of her family, including meals, chores, and religious practices. She also discusses the history and culture of Germantown, including its role in the American Revolution and the Underground Railroad.Throughout the book, Coffin reflects on the values and beliefs that shaped her upbringing, including the importance of simplicity, honesty, and community. She also touches on issues of race and class, discussing the relationships between Germantown's white and African American residents.Overall, ""A Girl's Life in Germantown"" offers a unique perspective on life in a particular time and place in American history, as well as insights into the experiences of a young girl growing up in a Quaker family.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436728975
• ISBN13: 9781436728973
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"