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Vaimoni ja minä eli Harry Hendersonin elämäkerta

By Harriet Beecher Stowe
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The narrator, Harry Henderson, traces his life in three stages — an early imagined fiancée, a fanciful dream-bride, and the real woman he marries — through episodic scenes of youth, courtship, family gatherings, urban society, and household building. The account mixes anecdote and gentle humor with moral reflection on marriage, gender roles, social ambition, and domestic pretensions, exploring tensions between love and wealth and the comforts and trials of married life. Chapters move from childhood memories and college years to engagements, wedding preparations, community entertainments, and the everyday formation of a home, with recurring commentary on friendship, etiquette, and ethical conduct.

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Harriet Beecher Stowe

Harriet Beecher Stowe (1811-1896) was an American author and abolitionist, best known for her influential novel "Uncle Tom's Cabin," which played a significant role in shaping public opinion on slavery in the United States. Stowe's writing often addressed social issues, and she was a prominent figure in the anti-slavery movement. Her works, including "Dred: A Tale of the Great Dismal Swamp" and "Agnes of Sorrento," reflect her deep commitment to social justice and her exploration of moral and ethical themes. Stowe's literary contributions have left a lasting impact on American literature and the fight for civil rights.

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