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The Hearth-Stone: Thoughts Upon Home-Life in Our Cities

By Samuel Osgood
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A collection of short essays offers reflections on domestic life in American urban contexts, arranged to follow a year's cycle beginning with holiday gatherings; topics include ideals of womanhood and childhood, parental solicitude, sibling bonds, marriage, friendships, relations between masters and servants, care for orphans and wayward youth, education of daughters, tensions between business and affection, seasonal retreats, and the place of faith in the household. The author blends moral counsel, social observation, and devotional sentiment, praising material plenty and civil peace while urging compassion for the vulnerable and reform of social shortcomings.

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Samuel Osgood

Samuel Osgood was an American author known for his contemplative work, "The Hearth-Stone: Thoughts Upon Home-Life in Our Cities." In this book, Osgood explores the significance of home life and its impact on urban living, reflecting on the values and challenges faced by families in the rapidly industrializing cities of his time. His writing offers insights into the domestic sphere, emphasizing the importance of nurturing a sense of community and belonging amidst the hustle of city life. Osgood's contributions provide a thoughtful perspective on the interplay between home and society.

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