Reminiscences Of A Long Life (1894)

Reminiscences Of A Long Life is a memoir written by Mary Pemberton Cady Sturges in 1894. The book is a personal account of her life experiences and the events she witnessed during her long life. Sturges was born in 1815 and lived through many significant historical events, including the Civil War, the abolition of slavery, and the women's suffrage movement.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Sturges' life. She writes about her childhood in New York, her education, her marriage to a wealthy businessman, and her experiences as a mother and grandmother.Sturges also writes about her involvement in various social and political causes, including the temperance movement and the women's suffrage movement. She provides a firsthand account of the struggles and obstacles faced by women during this time period and the efforts made to secure their rights and freedoms.Throughout the book, Sturges offers insights into the cultural and social norms of the 19th century and the changes that occurred during her lifetime. Her writing is engaging and personal, providing readers with a unique perspective on this period of American history.Overall, Reminiscences Of A Long Life is a fascinating memoir that offers a glimpse into the life of a remarkable woman who lived through some of the most transformative events in American history.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.