02424cam a22003373u 4500 28384 UtSlPG 20260610133640.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 11024385 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F106 Gouverneur, Marian As I Remember : Recollections of American Society during the Nineteenth Century Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-03-22 Produced by Suzanne Lybarger and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "As I Remember" by Marian Gouverneur is a recollection of American society during the 19th century, reflecting personal experiences and observations from significant historical moments. Written in the early 20th century, the memoir spans various aspects of life, culture, and notable acquaintances, with emphasis on the author’s own family history. This work aims to shed light on the social dynamics and daily life of Americans across the decades, from a notable female perspective. At the start of "As I Remember," the author shares fond memories of her childhood on Long Island, detailing her family's history and their connections to significant historical events, such as the American Revolution. She provides insights into her early home, the influences of her grandparents, and the life lessons passed down through her family, including anecdotes about the slaves that lived on their property. Additionally, her move to New York City is foreshadowed, suggesting an expansion of her social circle and experiences, as well as a reflection on the changing manners and customs over time. This opening establishes a rich historical context, blending personal narrative with broader societal themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century New York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century Washington (D.C.) -- Social life and customs https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28384 69293 69293