Colonial days in old New York

Name: Colonial days in old New York
Author: Alice Morse Earle

By Alice Morse Earle

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This work sketches everyday life in early New York when Dutch customs remained influential, describing household routines, food, dress, and child-rearing alongside town and farm dwellings. It examines courtship and marriage rituals, education, holidays, pastimes, and municipal life, as well as occupations and domestic labor. The author details material culture—the larder, wardrobe, kitchens—and treats legal practices, crimes, punishments, religious observance, and funeral customs, showing how persistent cultural habits shaped communal rhythms and social order.

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Alice Morse Earle

Alice Morse Earle was an American author and historian known for her detailed explorations of early American life and customs. Her works often focus on the colonial period, providing insights into the daily lives, traditions, and social practices of the time. Notable titles include "Child Life in Colonial Days," which captures the experiences of children in early America, and "Customs and Fashions in Old New England," which examines the cultural practices of the region. Earle's writing is characterized by a blend of narrative and historical analysis, making her contributions significant to the understanding of American heritage.