The Comings Of Cousin Ann By Emma Speed Sampson
This is such a sweet story!
I found a copy of this book in an old bookshop and purchased it, eventually I picked it up and started reading and I am so glad I did.
In many ways it reminded me of the book “Mother” by Kathleen Norris, not in the message for this one is not about motherhood, but in the way that it was a charming book with several good lessons strongly woven into a delightful story. The lessons of this volume are are based on the theme of elderly relations and old age. It covers many points, some of them being: idleness and life of leisure in aged folks vs. industry, work, and dominion. The duty towards, and honor for an elderly relative that folks have. The BEAUTY of old age, and of acting one’s age and part in life. And the list goes on…all of it told within a fun story!
There are some words used in this book that have changed meaning since the days of this book that are nowadays considered derogatory and offensive to some, but to lovers of history and old books who understand the days gone by and the etymology of the times it will constitute no problem whatsoever. 🙂
This book is finding a permanent home on my shelves and I would highly suggest that you find an antique copy for your reading list! A delightful tale of generations learning to work together!
~Written by Emma Speed Sampson (who also wrote under the pseudonym of Nell Speed)
~Originally published in 1923 by Rilley & Lee
May 4, 2017 @ 1:21 pm
I’m always on the lookout for information related to my family tree. My Great Grandmother was Emma Speed Sampson. She wrote around 40 books under about 4 different names. You’ve motivated me to find my copy of this one, especially since I see that one character is named Judith (my mother’s mother’s name); and to get back to working on some way to share my family’s history of authors, poets, and famous people. Thanks for stumbling across this book and reviewing it here.
May 15, 2017 @ 9:24 am
Thanks for commenting Mr. Dettor! What an interesting legacy to have Emma Speed Sampson as your ancestor! I’ve always thought it would be nice to stumble across an author in my family tree (and to make a complete collection of all his books!).
I hope you find a copy and enjoy it as much as I did!