The book "Girl's Own Magazine, Volume XX, No. 989, December 10, 1898" is an important example of a women's periodical of the end of the XIX century. This issue collected a variety of materials intended for young ladies of the time: from novels and poems to practical advice for home, work and leisure. The editorial staff of the magazine strove to provide its readers with high-quality content that stimulated the development of creative abilities and self-realization. Thanks to this publication, it is possible to better understand the socio-cultural context of that time, as well as the values and ideals that motivated women to improve themselves.