About this Item
New-York: Published by the Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, 1829 1835]. 12mo. Contemporary half sheep and marbled boards, red morocco spine label titled "Prot. Epis. Tracts." Binding with general wear, rubbing, scuffed. Front and rear free endpapers neatly removed. Several leaves with minor paper flaws or marginal losses, a few affecting text. A representative sammelband reflecting the religious and social themes promoted by the Protestant Episcopal Tract Society in early nineteenth-century New York, including moral narratives, practical instruction, and accounts relating to women, children, poverty, sickness, and disability. Among the more notable tracts, The Recognition; or the Deaf and Dumb Girl features an illustrated title-page of Philadelphia s Deaf and Dumb Asylum. The story centers on Ellen, a deaf and non-verbal girl rescued from poverty and placed in the institution by her benefactress, Miss L. During a visit, Ellen s recognition and gratitude are movingly described. She is portrayed as diligent and trusted, communicating by slate and assisting with daily routines. Letters between Ellen and Miss L. provide insight into her character, daily life, and gratitude for new opportunities. The narrative traces Ellen s path from neglect to security and respect, emphasizing her personal growth, her value to the community, and the broader impact of charitable support. Contents: 1. [Richmond, Legh]. The Dairyman s Daughter; an Authentic and Interesting Narrative, in Five Parts. Communicated by a Clergyman of the Church of England. New-York: Published by the Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, Depository, 28, Ann-street, (1829). 34pp. 2. Richmond, Rev. Legh. Little Jane, The Young Cottager. Complete Edition. [New York:] Stereotyped by James Conner, for the New-York Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, n.d. 43pp. Tract No. 28. 3. Anon. On The Sacrament of the Lord s Supper. New-York: New-York Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, nd. 2pp. Tract No. 38. 4. Anon. Scriptures Appropriate for Candidates for Confirmation. Np: np, nd. 2pp. 5. Anon. The History of Mary Wood; or, The Danger of False Excuses. New-York: Published by the Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, Depository, 28, Ann-street, nd. 12pp. 6. Anon. An Important Discovery, or, Temper is Every Thing. [New York:] New-York Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, nd. 16pp. Tract No. 30. 7. Anon. Content and Discontent. New-York: Published by the Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, nd. 8pp. Tract No. 49. 8. Anon. The Two Death-Beds. New-York: Published by the Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, nd. 8pp. Tract No. 50. 9. Anon. The Blessed Family. New-York: New-York Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, nd. 8pp. Tract No. 51. 10. More, Hannah. The Shepherd of Salisbury Plain. New-York: Published by Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, nd. 20pp. 11. Anon. The Novice. New-York: New-York Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, nd. 24pp. "Stereotyped by James Conner." 12. Anon. The Penitent. A Real Character. New-York: New-York Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, nd. 8pp. 13. Anon. The Thatcher s Widow; A Real Character. Np: np, nd. 8pp. Tract No. 57. 14. Anon. The Believer s Dying Hours. New-York: New-York Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, nd. 11pp. Tract No. 61. 15. Anon. Common Errors. A New and Revised Edition. New-York: Published by the Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, Depository, nd. 12pp. 16. Anon. These Bad Times. Np: np, nd. 8pp. 17. Anon. The Sick Lieutenant. A Narrative of Facts. Np: np, nd. 4pp. Tract No. 73. 18. Anon. The Poor Weaver. A Tract. By a Layman. Np: np, nd. 8pp. Tract No. 75. 19. Onderdonk, Rt. Rev. H.U., D.D. Man Saved by Mercy. Np: np, nd. 8pp. 20. Anon. The Recognition; or the Deaf and Dumb Girl. A True Narrative. New-York: New-York Protestant Episcopal Tract Society, nd. 16pp. Tract No. 78. 21. [Richmond, Legh]. The Cottager s Wife: By the Author of "The Dairyman s Daughter. Np: np, nd. 12pp. 22. Anon. The Collier Boys; or, God Hears Prayers. New-York: Published.
Seller Inventory # 3735422
Contact seller
Report this item
