Chronicles the history of a free Black family in Philadelphia during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, focusing on Amos Webber who became a musician, property owner, and abolitionist.



Chronicles the emigration of the Drake family from Virginia to the Kentucky wilderness in 1788, their settlement, home construction, daily chores, education, food, entertainment, and social activities.

Describes what life was like for a typical Connecticut family in 1750, including details about home, family, clothing, food, chores, and entertainment.