The Memoirs of Sarah Barnum is a historical novel written by Marie Colombier and first published in 1884. The book is a fictionalized account of the life of Sarah Barnum, a young woman who lives in New York City during the mid-19th century. The story begins with Sarah as a young girl, living with her family in poverty. She dreams of a better life and eventually finds work as a seamstress. Through her hard work and determination, Sarah rises through the ranks of New York society, becoming a successful businesswoman and socialite.Throughout the novel, Sarah faces many challenges, including financial struggles, romantic entanglements, and societal expectations. She also experiences the Civil War and its aftermath, which greatly impacts her life and the lives of those around her.The Memoirs of Sarah Barnum is a captivating tale of one woman's journey to success and the obstacles she overcomes along the way. It offers a glimpse into the social and economic realities of 19th century America and the struggles faced by women during that time.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.