Aspiration: An Autobiography of Girlhood (1855)

Aspiration: An Autobiography Of Girlhood is a memoir written by Mrs. Manners and first published in 1855. The book chronicles the author's life as a young girl growing up in the early 19th century, detailing her experiences and struggles as she navigates the challenges of youth and adolescence. Through her writing, Manners offers a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of the time, as well as the expectations placed upon young women in particular. The book touches on themes such as education, family dynamics, and the pursuit of personal aspirations, and provides a unique perspective on the lives of women during this period. Overall, Aspiration is a compelling and insightful account of one woman's journey through girlhood, and a valuable historical document for anyone interested in the social history of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some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.