This posthumously published memoir by Mary Fletcher Richardson (1802-1866), wife of the prominent American Methodist minister and abolitionist Joseph Benson Fletcher, offers a rare glimpse into the private life and inner thoughts of a 19th-century woman of faith. Edited and annotated by Fletcher's daughter Cynthia Morgan St. John, the book includes excerpts from Fletcher's personal correspondence as well as family documents and reminiscences. Together, they form a rich and moving portrait of a woman devoted to her family, her faith, and her social ideals. This volume will appeal to scholars and general readers interested in women's history and religious studies.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.