Author Louise Hall Tharp

Publisher Little Brown and Company 1950

Binding hardcover with dustjacket

Condition very good with some age tanning, dustjacket has wear but is protected by Brodart Archival covering

Summary

The Peabody Sisters of Salem by Louise Hall Tharp is a captivating historical biography that brings to life the remarkable story of Elizabeth, Mary, and Sophia Peabody—three pioneering sisters who played a crucial role in 19th-century American intellectual and cultural movements. Elizabeth was a transcendentalist and the first woman to establish a bookstore in Boston, Mary was an influential educator, and Sophia was a gifted artist and the wife of Nathaniel Hawthorne.

Set against the backdrop of early American literature, reform movements, and the transcendentalist era, this book offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the minds and lives of these extraordinary women and their interactions with literary giants like Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and Nathaniel Hawthorne.

This edition (1950, Little, Brown and Company) features illustrations, making it a prized addition for collectors of historical biographies, women’s history enthusiasts, and those who appreciate the intellectual legacy of New England’s literary circles.

Perfect for gift-giving, this book is ideal for anyone passionate about women’s history, literary figures, and the transcendentalist movement. Whether you're a history buff or looking for an enriching biography to add to your collection, this book is a must-have treasure that reveals the untold stories of three remarkable sisters who shaped American thought.