Sally Wister's Journal: A True Narrative (1902) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166991418)

Sally Wister's Journal: A True Narrative is a historical account of the life of a young girl living in Pennsylvania during the Revolutionary War. The book is a compilation of journal entries written by Sally Wister, a Quaker girl who lived in a small town near Philadelphia. The journal entries were written between 1777 and 1778, when Sally was just 16 years old.The book provides a unique perspective on the Revolutionary War, as it is written from the point of view of a young girl who was not directly involved in the fighting. Sally writes about the impact of the war on her family and community, as well as her personal experiences during this tumultuous time.Sally's journal entries provide insight into the daily life of a young girl during the Revolutionary War. She writes about her daily chores, her interactions with family and friends, and her observations of the war and its impact on her community. She also writes about the challenges of being a Quaker during this time, as Quakers were pacifists and did not believe in violence.The book includes an introduction by Sarah Wister, Sally's great-niece, who provides historical context and background information on Sally's life and the time period in which she lived. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the places and people mentioned in Sally's journal.Overall, Sally Wister's Journal: A True Narrative is a fascinating historical account that provides a unique perspective on the Revolutionary War. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this time period, as well as for those interested in the daily life of young girls during the 18th century.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.

Author: Sarah Wister
ISBN-10: 1166991415
ISBN-13: 9781166991418
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 294
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.87lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.62d