Samantha at Saratoga by Marietta Holley
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"Samantha at Saratoga" by Marietta Holley is a humorous novel written during the late 19th century. The story centers around Samantha, the outspoken wife of Josiah Allen, as she navigates the societal expectations and comedic situations that arise from their planned trip to the famous resort town of Saratoga Springs. Through Samantha's unique perspective and witty observations, the book explores themes of domestic life, social conventions, and the clash between traditional values
and modernity. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the character of Samantha, who is contemplating their upcoming trip to Saratoga after the idea strikes her during a quiet moment at home. She tries to persuade her reluctant husband Josiah to embark on the journey, believing it could help relieve his discomfort from corns. As she shares her fascination with the allure of Saratoga, Samantha’s conversations reveal her practical approach to life, the humorous dynamic with her husband, and her interactions with neighbors who express a mix of skepticism and envy about their plans. The chapter sets up a series of amusing anecdotes and insights that promise to unfold as Samantha and Josiah prepare for their adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Holley, Marietta, 1836-1926 |
|---|---|
| Title | Samantha at Saratoga |
| Credits | an anonymous volunteer |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Rich people -- Fiction |
| Subject | Manners and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | New York (State) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Husbands -- Fiction |
| Subject | Saratoga Springs (N.Y.) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3425 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-03425-6 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2002 |
| Last Update | Aug 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 312 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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