The Letters of Her Mother to Elizabeth by W. R. H. Trowbridge
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| Author | Trowbridge, W. R. H. (William Rutherford Hayes), 1866-1938 |
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| Title | The Letters of Her Mother to Elizabeth |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Letters of Her Mother to Elizabeth" by W. R. H. Trowbridge is a collection of fictional letters written in the early 20th century. The book presents a correspondence from a mother to her daughter, Elizabeth, filled with social commentary and lively observations about society, class, and the pursuit of suitable marriages. The letters reveal the mother’s hopes for her daughter to make a good match while navigating the intricacies of upper-class society. The opening of the work introduces us to Elizabeth's mother, who expresses relief at her daughter's safe arrival at her destination and critiques Elizabeth's grammar in a light-hearted yet instructive manner. The mother provides her daughter with guidance on social maneuvering at various gatherings, cleverly referencing eligible suitors like the Marquis of Valmond and African millionaires. She also shares local gossip and updates on acquaintances, highlighting the dynamics of relationships and societal expectations in their social circles. This blend of humor, advice, and keen observation sets the stage for a charming exploration of early 20th-century social life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Mothers and daughters -- Fiction |
| Subject | Epistolary fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41302 |
| Release Date | Nov 5, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 24, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 64 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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