HALE, SARAH JOSEPHA


Meaning of HALE, SARAH JOSEPHA in English

orig. Sarah Josepha Buell

born Oct. 24, 1788, Newport, N.H., U.S.

died April 30, 1879, Philadelphia, Pa.

U.S. writer and editor.

Hale turned to writing in 1822 as a widow trying to support her family. She edited the Ladies' Magazine (1828–37) and then Godey's Lady's Book (1837–77); as the first female magazine editor, she shaped many of the attitudes and ideas of women of the period. Her books include The Ladies' Wreath (1837), a collection of poetry by women that sold widely; and Woman's Record (1853). She is also remembered for her verse "Mary Had a Little Lamb" (1830).

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