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The Girl's Own Book

Written by Mrs. L Maria Child in 1834, this reproduction from an original is a guide for girl’s entertainment from days before movies, television and the internet.

The Girl's Own Book was first published in Boston in 1834. Lydia Maria Child, the book's author, spent the early part of her literary career writing guides for domestic and family life, including this book about ningteenth-century childhood. The book was reprinted many times in the 19th century. Songs, games, poetry, riddles, crafts, and practical advice are put forth as activities for young ladies of the day.

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Historic Cold Spring Village has received operating and project grants from the New Jersey Historical Commission in the Department of State, The 1772 Foundation and the County of Cape May including NJSCA/Cape May County Culture and Heritage Commission Regrants. Endowment funds have been awarded from the NJ Cultural Trust in Department of State. Advertising and printing has also been funded through the Cooperative Marketing Grant Program of the New Jersey Division of Travel & Tourism in the Department of State, www.visitnj.org.

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