The Indiscreet Letter - Abbott, Eleanor Hallowell
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Experience the charm and wit of Eleanor Hallowell Abbott in "The Indiscreet Letter," a delightful journey through the landscape of early 20th-century romance. This collection of short stories, tinged with humor and a touch of the unexpected, captures the spirit of a bygone era. Through interconnected narratives, Abbott crafts a lighthearted exploration of love and human connection, often set against the backdrop of railroad travel. "The Indiscreet Letter" offers a glimpse into a world where chance encounters blossom into meaningful relationships, and a misplaced letter can spark a cascade of…mehr

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Experience the charm and wit of Eleanor Hallowell Abbott in "The Indiscreet Letter," a delightful journey through the landscape of early 20th-century romance. This collection of short stories, tinged with humor and a touch of the unexpected, captures the spirit of a bygone era. Through interconnected narratives, Abbott crafts a lighthearted exploration of love and human connection, often set against the backdrop of railroad travel. "The Indiscreet Letter" offers a glimpse into a world where chance encounters blossom into meaningful relationships, and a misplaced letter can spark a cascade of amusing events. Presented in a meticulously prepared print edition, this epistolary-infused collection promises an engaging and timeless read for those who appreciate classic romance and literary storytelling. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Eleanor Hallowell Abbott was an American writer born on September 22, 1872, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Known for her engaging storytelling and distinctive style, she was a frequent contributor to The Ladies' Home Journal and gained recognition for her novels, short stories, and essays. Abbott was educated at the prestigious Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, which helped shape her literary career. In 1908, she married Fordyce Coburn, with whom she shared a life in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, where she passed away on June 4, 1958, at the age of 85. Throughout her life, Abbott explored themes of love, personal growth, and the complexities of the human condition in her writing. Her work was appreciated for its emotional depth and insightful portrayal of characters, especially women navigating societal expectations. Abbott's father, Edward Abbott, was an important influence in her life, and she built a reputation for her strong voice in both fiction and non-fiction. Though not as widely known today, her contributions to early 20th-century American literature remain significant in capturing the sensibilities of her time.