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Diary of Anna Green Winslow, a Boston School Girl of 1771

By Anna Green Winslow
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A personal journal kept by a young New England schoolgirl sent to Boston for finishing, recording daily routines, lessons, and domestic accomplishments alongside lively attention to dress and hair fashions. Entries mix sermon notes and religious reflection with practical accounts of sewing, spinning, penmanship, dancing lessons, social visits, formal routs, and seasonal occurrences. The writing combines careful penmanship and candid youthful observation to present a vivid picture of provincial urban household life and the accomplishments expected of girls in that milieu.

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Anna Green Winslow

Anna Green Winslow was an American schoolgirl whose diary provides a unique glimpse into the life of a young girl in 18th-century Boston. Her work, "Diary of Anna Green Winslow, a Boston School Girl of 1771," captures the daily experiences, thoughts, and social interactions of a girl navigating her education and family life during a time of significant historical change. Winslow's writings reflect the customs and challenges of her era, offering valuable insights into the cultural and social dynamics of colonial America.

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