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The Letters of Her Mother to Elizabeth

By W. R. H. Trowbridge
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A mother writes a lively sequence of epistolary dispatches to her daughter, mixing social gossip, matchmaking advice, travel sketches, and humorous commentary on hotels, dinner parties, and continental sightseeing. She reports on acquaintances, fashions, and local curiosities while offering lessons about manners, marriage prospects, and propriety, often with ironic or comic observations. Arranged as dated letters from various residences and hotels, the collection balances playful satire of society with affectionate maternal counsel.

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W. R. H. Trowbridge

W. R. H. Trowbridge was an American author known for his contributions to historical fiction and biographical narratives. His notable works include "Cagliostro," which explores the life of the enigmatic figure Alessandro Cagliostro, and "Court Beauties of Old Whitehall: Historiettes of the Restoration," a collection of stories set in the vibrant court of Restoration England. Trowbridge's writing often reflects a keen interest in historical characters and events, blending fact with imaginative storytelling. His letters, as seen in "The Letters of Her Mother to Elizabeth," provide personal insights and add depth to his literary contributions.

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