Josepha (Bus (() BY MRS. SARAH J. HALE, ww EDITOR OF "THE AMERICAN LADIES' MAGAZINE," AND AUTHOR OF "NORTHWOOD," ""FLORA'S INTERPRETER," &c. &c. AL1713.757 1861, DA, 21, Gift of Rev. Loammi G. Ware, W lave of 1856) MARVARD COLLEGE; LIBRARY, Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1835, by E. L. CAREY & A. HART, in the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. PREFACE. THE Sketches and Stories here offered to the public, have not entirely the attraction of novelty to plead in their favour-but the Author trusts that the sentiments inculcated, and principles illustrated, are such as will bear a reiteration. It was her intention, while displaying, accurately, various traits in the American character, to furnish hints and examples which might be beneficial to society. If an impression, favourable to the cause of truth and virtue, is left on the mind of the reader, the Author will be satisfied, though the meed of fame is not awarded her. |