One By Herself (1872)

One By Herself is a memoir written by Clara Lucas Balfour and originally published in 1872. The book chronicles Balfour's life as a single woman in the 19th century, a time when marriage was considered the only acceptable path for women. Balfour was born into a wealthy family and had access to education and opportunities that many women of her time did not. However, she chose to remain unmarried and pursue her own interests, including writing and philanthropy. Balfour's memoir provides a unique perspective on the challenges faced by single women in the 19th century, including social isolation and financial insecurity. She also discusses the societal expectations placed on women during this time period and the limited opportunities available to them. Throughout the book, Balfour reflects on her own experiences and offers advice to other single women who may be struggling to find their place in society. She also discusses her involvement in various charitable organizations and the ways in which she used her resources to help others. Overall, One By Herself offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a single woman in the 19th century and sheds light on the challenges and opportunities faced by women during this time period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.