Diaries, 1824-1839.

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Diaries, 1824-1839.

Journals of young servant who accompanied her employers in their travels. Entries provide detailed descriptions of sights and accommodations in Wales, England, France, the German States, Bohemia, Italy, and the Eastern Mediterranean. One entry provides an account of a balloon ascension in Southampton. Volumes include poetry (some signed E.G.); recipes for cosmetics; a list of the symbolism of flowers; and copies of letters to and from family members.

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Graves, Elizabeth

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Servant and traveling companion of Mrs. Oliverson and Mrs. Garnier. From the description of Diaries, 1824-1839. (Duke University Library). WorldCat record id: 27257274 ...