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

Samuel Osgood (1812-1880) was an American author and clergyman renowned for his deep insights into domestic life and societal norms of the 19th century. Osgood's articulate prose and extensive knowledge of urban family dynamics can be found in his prominent work 'The Hearth-Stone: Thoughts Upon Home-Life in Our Cities.' This seminal volume, published in 1867, delves into the intricacies of domesti...