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LoC No.: 12026768
Title: Social life in old New Orleans : Being recollections of my girlhood
Original Publication: New York: D. Appleton and Company, 1912.
Note: Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Emmanuel Ackerman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Social Life in Old New Orleans: Being Recollections of My Girlhood" by Eliza Ripley is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. The book captures the author's memories of her childhood experiences and social observations in New Orleans during the 1840s, providing readers with an intimate look at the customs, clothing, and daily life of that period. Through Ripley's reminiscences, the narrative explores the nuanced fabric of social life, particularly the roles and behaviors expected of women and children in that era. The opening of the work introduces the reader to a world where children's lives are characterized by simplicity and modesty. Eliza Ripley reflects on her own childhood in 1840 New Orleans, describing the playful yet unobtrusive existence of children who were seldom seen or heard in the bustling social circles of adults. Through her vivid memories, she recounts visits to the French Market, explorations with neighborhood friends, and the discovery of joyous moments during rare social gatherings. The author invokes nostalgia as she describes the attire, interactions, and cultural norms of her youth, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the social tapestry of old New Orleans. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ripley, Eliza, 1832-1912
EBook No.: 72346
Published: Dec 6, 2023
Downloads: 57
Language: English
Subject: Slavery -- Louisiana -- History -- 19th century
Subject: Ripley, Eliza, 1832-1912 -- Childhood and youth
Subject: New Orleans (La.) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
Subject: Louisiana -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
LoCC: United States local history: Mississippi River and Valley. Middle West
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 12026768
Title: Social life in old New Orleans : Being recollections of my girlhood
Original Publication: New York: D. Appleton and Company, 1912.
Note: Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Emmanuel Ackerman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Social Life in Old New Orleans: Being Recollections of My Girlhood" by Eliza Ripley is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. The book captures the author's memories of her childhood experiences and social observations in New Orleans during the 1840s, providing readers with an intimate look at the customs, clothing, and daily life of that period. Through Ripley's reminiscences, the narrative explores the nuanced fabric of social life, particularly the roles and behaviors expected of women and children in that era. The opening of the work introduces the reader to a world where children's lives are characterized by simplicity and modesty. Eliza Ripley reflects on her own childhood in 1840 New Orleans, describing the playful yet unobtrusive existence of children who were seldom seen or heard in the bustling social circles of adults. Through her vivid memories, she recounts visits to the French Market, explorations with neighborhood friends, and the discovery of joyous moments during rare social gatherings. The author invokes nostalgia as she describes the attire, interactions, and cultural norms of her youth, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the social tapestry of old New Orleans. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ripley, Eliza, 1832-1912
EBook No.: 72346
Published: Dec 6, 2023
Downloads: 57
Language: English
Subject: Slavery -- Louisiana -- History -- 19th century
Subject: Ripley, Eliza, 1832-1912 -- Childhood and youth
Subject: New Orleans (La.) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
Subject: Louisiana -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
LoCC: United States local history: Mississippi River and Valley. Middle West
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.