Chateau And Country Life In France

Chateau and Country Life in France

by Mary King Waddington

Mary King Waddington's Chateau and Country Life in France offers a glimpse into the life of an American woman living in the French countryside. Through a mix of formal memoir pieces and diary-like entries, Waddington describes her experiences visiting chateaux, attending holidays and festivals, and observing country customs. The book provides a unique perspective on French culture and society from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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