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Woman in Sacred History: A Celebration of Women in the Bible
Woman in sacred a series of sketches drawn from scriptural, historical and legendary sources. Includes vintage illustration!
- GenresReligion
247 pages, Hardcover
Published April 8, 1990
About the author
Harriet Beecher Stowe
1,114 books1,556 followersGreat political influence of
Uncle Tom's Cabin
, novel against slavery of 1852 of Harriet Elizabeth Beecher Stowe, American writer, advanced the cause of abolition.
Lyman Beecher fathered Catharine Esther Beecher, Edward Beecher, Henry Ward Beecher, and Harriet Beecher Stowe, another child.
Harriet Elizabeth Beecher Stowe, an author, attacked the cruelty, and reached millions of persons as a play even in Britain. She made the tangible issues of the 1850s to millions and energized forces in the north. She angered and embittered the south. A commonly quoted statement, apocryphally attributed to Abraham Lincoln, sums up the effect. He met Stowe and then said, "So you're the little woman that started this great war!" or so people say.
AKA:
Χάρριετ Μπήτσερ Στόου (Greek)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harriet...
Lyman Beecher fathered Catharine Esther Beecher, Edward Beecher, Henry Ward Beecher, and Harriet Beecher Stowe, another child.
Harriet Elizabeth Beecher Stowe, an author, attacked the cruelty, and reached millions of persons as a play even in Britain. She made the tangible issues of the 1850s to millions and energized forces in the north. She angered and embittered the south. A commonly quoted statement, apocryphally attributed to Abraham Lincoln, sums up the effect. He met Stowe and then said, "So you're the little woman that started this great war!" or so people say.
AKA:
Χάρριετ Μπήτσερ Στόου (Greek)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harriet...
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May 3, 2011Amazing so far - have an old, falling a part edition that isn't dated.
September 22, 2026
Lovely and thoughtful
One of Harriet Beacher Stowe's many fine qualities is a way with words, and this is all but poetry and musing prose and I love it. I sought this book out after seeing it as inspiration for another work on women in scripture, and a wonderful source it was. Mrs. Stowe is quite confident in scholarly references, but it is her praise of these women's values that speaks loudest here.
One of Harriet Beacher Stowe's many fine qualities is a way with words, and this is all but poetry and musing prose and I love it. I sought this book out after seeing it as inspiration for another work on women in scripture, and a wonderful source it was. Mrs. Stowe is quite confident in scholarly references, but it is her praise of these women's values that speaks loudest here.
May 5, 2025
I really enjoyed Uncle Tom’s Cabin – Young Folks’ Edition. The story is powerful, and the characters feel real and emotional. The way it is written makes it easy to understand and connect with the journey of Uncle Tom, aunt Chloe and Eliza
The book explores themes of kindness, strength, and faith. Uncle Tom’s experiences show both the hardships of slavery and the goodness people can have, making the story both sad and inspiring. Characters like Little Eva, Harry and Topsy add depth, showing different sides of human nature.
The story is meaningful and engaging. The struggles and victories of the characters make them feel real, and their emotions stay with the reader. This version keeps the important messages of the original book but makes it easier for readers(like me) to enjoy.
Overall, Uncle Tom’s Cabin – Young Folks’ Edition is a beautiful book with important lessons about love, justice, and courage. The touching moments and strong message made me love it. the book could make you cry one minute and the next line it brings a smile!
The book explores themes of kindness, strength, and faith. Uncle Tom’s experiences show both the hardships of slavery and the goodness people can have, making the story both sad and inspiring. Characters like Little Eva, Harry and Topsy add depth, showing different sides of human nature.
The story is meaningful and engaging. The struggles and victories of the characters make them feel real, and their emotions stay with the reader. This version keeps the important messages of the original book but makes it easier for readers(like me) to enjoy.
Overall, Uncle Tom’s Cabin – Young Folks’ Edition is a beautiful book with important lessons about love, justice, and courage. The touching moments and strong message made me love it. the book could make you cry one minute and the next line it brings a smile!
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