To Mother - A Collection of Tributes

Sep 28, 2026

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This elegant volume, published by Peter Pauper Press in 1971 and edited by Louise Bachelder with illustrations by Pat Stewart, serves as a poignant collection of literary tributes and wisdom dedicated to motherhood. Through curated quotations from historical figures such as Victor Hugo, Henry Ward Beecher, Abraham Lincoln, and George Eliot, alongside excerpts from the Book of Proverbs, the work explores the profound influence, divine nature, and enduring comfort that mothers provide throughout their children's lives. It celebrates the virtues of motherhood, emphasizing the selfless strength, wisdom, and kindness that define the maternal bond, ultimately offering a timeless reflection on the love and moral guidance that shape the human experience. The book functions as a commemorative anthology, honoring the foundational role mothers occupy within the family unit and society at large through poetic, scriptural, and philosophical insights.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryLiterature

FormatPDF

Pages70

Reading Time1 h 48 min

AccessFree to download

Tributes to Mother

Selected Quotations on Motherhood

Biblical Reflections from Proverbs

FAQs

Who edited this collection of tributes to motherhood?

The volume was edited by Louise Bachelder and illustrated by Pat Stewart.

What significance does Abraham Lincoln attribute to his mother in this book?

Abraham Lincoln notes that he owes everything he is or hopes to be to his mother, specifically highlighting the lasting impact of her prayers throughout his life.

How does the Book of Proverbs describe a virtuous woman in this context?

The passage from Proverbs describes a virtuous woman as someone whose price is far above rubies, characterized by wisdom, kindness, strength, and dedicated care for her household.

Sep 28, 2026

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