Family Living On $500 A Year

Family Living On $500 A Year: A Daily Reference Book For Young And Inexperienced Housewives (1888) by Corson, Juliet is a comprehensive guidebook for women who are new to managing their household and finances. The book is designed to help young and inexperienced housewives learn how to live on a budget of $500 a year, which was a common income for many families in the late 19th century.The book is divided into 12 chapters, each covering a different aspect of household management. The chapters include topics such as meal planning and preparation, household cleaning and organization, laundry, and sewing. There are also chapters on managing finances, including tips on how to save money and make the most of a limited budget.Throughout the book, Corson provides practical advice and tips for managing a household on a tight budget. She offers suggestions for making inexpensive meals, using natural cleaning products, and making clothes and household items from scratch. She also includes recipes for homemade remedies and beauty products.Overall, Family Living On $500 A Year is a valuable resource for anyone looking to learn how to live frugally and manage their household on a limited income. It is a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of families in the late 19th century and offers timeless advice that is still relevant today.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.