Letter, 1856 May 23, Hartford, Conn., to unidentified clergyman.

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Letter, 1856 May 23, Hartford, Conn., to unidentified clergyman.

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She wrote "Past Meridian" because there was little literature adapted to the decline of life, which often needs consolation; explains why she published the first edition herself.

2 p. ; 20 x 13 cm.

Connecticut Historical Society

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