Publisher's Synopsis
The Fireside Friend or Female Student: Being Advice to Young Ladies on the Important Subject of Education is a book written by Mrs. Lincoln Phelps and published in 1840. The book is a guide for young women on how to pursue education and develop themselves intellectually, morally, and socially. It covers a wide range of topics such as the importance of reading, writing, and arithmetic, as well as more advanced subjects like history, literature, and science. The author stresses the importance of cultivating good habits and character, and provides practical advice on how to do so. The book also includes guidance on etiquette, dress, and social behavior, as well as advice on how to manage household duties and relationships with family and friends. Overall, The Fireside Friend is a comprehensive guide for young women seeking to improve themselves and their lives through education and personal development.With An Appendix, On Moral And Religious Education.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.
