Includes bibliographical references (pages [277]-287) and index.
"A collection of letters by Mary Penry (1735-1804), who immigrated to America from Wales and lived in Moravian communities for more than forty years. Offers a sustained view of the spiritual and social life of a single woman in early America"--Provided by publisher.
Penry, Mary,1735-1804
Moravian women-- Pennsylvania, Correspondence.
Moravians-- Pennsylvania-- Social life and customs-- 18th century.
Moravians-- Pennsylvania-- Social life and customs-- 19th century.
Single women-- Pennsylvania-- Social life and customs-- 18th century.
Single women-- Pennsylvania-- Social life and customs-- 19th century.