From the Personal Narrative of the Late Samuel G. Goodrich, ("Peter Parley") Goodrich, Samuel G. (Samuel Griswold) 1793-1860 creator text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Peter Parley's Own Story" by Samuel G. Goodrich is an autobiographical account written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the author's experiences growing up in Ridgefield, Connecticut, during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It vividly describes his childhood, the society of his time, and the events that shaped his life, including the influence of his family and community. The opening of the book introduces readers to Ridgefield, a picturesque town characterized by a landscape of hills and valleys. Goodrich shares memories of his family background, specifically his father's role as a minister, and provides a nostalgic glimpse into life during his childhood—like attending school under the guidance of Aunt Delight and adventures in the surrounding countryside. He paints a rich portrait of his community, emphasizing communal values, the importance of family, and the simplicity of rural life, all while foreshadowing his later literary career as "Peter Parley." This warm recollection sets the tone for a reflection on a bygone era full of innocence, curiosity, and resilience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-03-18 Produced by Chris Curnow, JoAnn Greenwood, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Historians -- United States -- Biography Authors, American -- 19th century -- Biography Goodrich, Samuel G. (Samuel Griswold), 1793-1860 Ridgefield (Conn. : Town) PS Original publication data not identified 28006587 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45165 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45165 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134033.0 45165