Abolitionist, women's rights activist, and writer (1802-1880), perhaps best known for her poem 'Thanksgiving Day' ('Over the river and through the wood, To grandfather's house we go'). AQS on an off-white 4.75 x 7.75 sheet, dated at Wayland on January 19, 1860, and signed at the conclusion, "L. Maria Child." Child quotes an old Greek proverb, in full: "When you receive a kindness, remember it; when you bestow a kindness, forget it." In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA and a handsome custom-made green cloth presentation folder.
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