Letters To Marco (1893)

Letters To Marco (1893)

George Dunlop Leslie

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120314727
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Letters to Marco (1893) is a book written by George Dunlop Leslie, a prominent English artist and writer of the 19th century. The book is a collection of fictional letters written by a young girl named Dolly to her friend Marco, who is a young boy living in Italy. The letters are written over a period of several years and cover a wide range of topics, including Dolly’s daily life, her family, her friends, her travels, and her thoughts and feelings about various issues.Through the letters, readers get a glimpse into the life of a young girl growing up in England in the late 19th century. They also get a sense of the cultural differences between England and Italy, as Dolly often describes the customs and traditions of both countries. The book is notable for its vivid descriptions of the English countryside and its charming portrayal of the friendship between Dolly and Marco.Overall, Letters to Marco is a delightful and engaging book that offers a unique perspective on life in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, history, or culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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