Princess Mary's Gift Book

Princess Mary's Gift Book

by Various

In the year 1914, Princess Mary launched a unique charitable initiative, extending her name to a captivating collection of literary works by renowned authors of the time. This book, known as "Princess Mary's Gift Book," served a noble purpose: to provide financial support for the "Work for Women Fund," an organization dedicated to supporting women during World War I.

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