Lydia Maria Francis Child (1802–80,) born Lydia Maria Francis, was an American abolitionist, women’s rights activist, opponent of American expansionism, Indian rights activist, novelist, and journalist.
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An effort made for the happiness of others lifts us above ourselves.
—Lydia Maria Child
Topics: Kindness, Giving, Service
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