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Memoirs and Letters of Charles Boner: With Letters of Mary Russell Mitford to Him During Ten Years

Memoirs and Letters of Charles Boner: With Letters of Mary Russell Mitford to Him During Ten Years is a collection of personal correspondence and reflections. It includes the memoirs of Charles Boner, alongside a series of letters exchanged between him and Mary Russell Mitford over a period of ten years. The volume offers insights into the personal lives and thoughts of both individuals, providing a glimpse into their relationship and the social context of the time. more

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Mary Russell Mitford
Mary Russell Mitford

Mary Russell Mitford, born on December 16, 1787, and died on January 10, 1855, was a renowned British author, playwright, and traveler in the 19th century. Known for her humorous and witty writing style, Mitford's works have been beloved by readers for their delicate emotional descriptions. more

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