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Can I read Tidings from the Eighteenth Century on EtoBox?
Tidings from the Eighteenth Century by Beth Gilgun; William H. Scurlock is a history book available to read on EtoBox.
What is Tidings from the Eighteenth Century about?
Beth Gilgun brings the mid to late 1700s to life with her entertaining and informative "letters" to a friend on the frontier. Great for reenactors, teachers, historic interpreters, and theatrical costumers. As an accomplished seamstress and goodwife, Gilgun shares with her "friend" information on clothing for men, women and children, as well as other topics of daily life in Colonial America. Included are clear, concise instructions for constructing reproduction 18th century garments, from choosing fabric to finishing. Her chatty letters include news about current events and the latest goods available on the East Coast.
Who reads Tidings from the Eighteenth Century?
It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.
Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.
- Author
- Beth Gilgun; William H. Scurlock
- Publisher
- Scurlock Publishing Company, Incorporated
- Published
- 1993
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781880655030
- Category
- history
- Subjects
- Home & Lifestyle, Fiction, Crafts & Hobbies
- Rating
- 4.45 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-14
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