Sketches Of A New England Village

Sketches of a New England Village: In The Last Century is a book written by Eliza Buckminster Lee and published in 1838. The book is a collection of sketches that describe life in a small New England village during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Through her writing, Lee provides a vivid and detailed portrait of the people, customs, and traditions of the village, as well as the challenges and hardships they faced.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of village life. For example, one chapter describes the village school and the education system of the time, while another chapter discusses the role of religion in the community. Lee also provides sketches of individual villagers, such as the town gossip, the village doctor, and the local blacksmith.Throughout the book, Lee's writing is engaging and descriptive, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and smells of the village. She also provides historical context for the events and customs she describes, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New England.Overall, Sketches of a New England Village: In The Last Century is a charming and insightful look at life in a small New England village during a bygone era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of this region of the United States.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.