ΤΟ YOUNG LADIES. BY MRS. L. H. SIGOURNEY. "Every sort of useful knowledge should be imparted to the young, not FIFTH EDITION. NEW-YORK. HARPER & BROTHERS. No. 82 CLIFF-STREET. HARVARD Entered according to act of Congress, in the year 1836, by HARPER & BROTHERS, In the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the Southern District of New York. PREFACE. I HAVE been requested to address a few thoughts to the youth of my own sex, on subjects of simple nature, and serious concern. The employment has been pleasant, for their interests are dear to me; and several years devoted to their instruction, have unfolded more fully their claims to regard, and the influence they might exercise in society. Should a single heart, in "life's sweet blossoming season," derive, from this little volume, aid, guidance, or consolation, tenfold satisfaction will be added to the pleasure with which it has been composed. |