Samantha at Saratoga by Josiah Allen's Wife (Marietta Holley) 1887, satire
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Samantha at Saratoga by Josiah Allen's Wife (Marietta Holley) 1887, satire. Many illustrations by Frederick Opper. 1887 edition of Samantha at Saratoga, or Flirtin' with Fashion by Josiah Allen's Wife (author is Marietta Holley). Published by the Hubbard Brothers. Holley was thought of as the female Mark Twain due to her skill at satirizing American life. The fictional story centers around Samantha, the outspoken wife of Josiah Allen, as she navigates the societal expectations and comedic situations that arise from their trip to the famous resort town of Saratoga Springs. Hardcover with decorative cover and gilt lettering. Edges very worn, cover faded and creased. Binding cracked (lays flat) at title page. Some foxing (brownish spots) to pages, but text appears clean and unmarked. Priced accordingly. Many illustrations by Frederick Opper. 1887 edition of Samantha at Saratoga, or Flirtin' with Fashion by Josiah Allen's Wife (author is Marietta Holley). Published by the Hubbard Brothers. Holley was thought of as the female Mark Twain due to her skill at satirizing American life. The fictional story centers around Samantha, the outspoken wife of Josiah Allen, as she navigates the societal expectations and comedic situations that arise from their trip to the famous resort town of Saratoga Springs. Hardcover with decorative cover and gilt lettering. Edges very worn, cover faded and creased. Binding cracked (lays flat) at title page. Some foxing (brownish spots) to pages, but text appears clean and unmarked. Priced accordingly.
