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It would not be easy to say how Lucie Austin acquired her correct and vigorous style and nice sense of language. It was hereditary rather than 1mplanted. But from her earliest years she was accustomed to hear the best of conversation; the Mills, the Grotes, the Bullers (charles and Arthur), the Carlyles, the Sterlings, Sydney Smith, Luttrell, Rogers, Jeremy Bentham, and Lord Jeffrey, were the most intimate friends of the family; and Toodie, as she was called, was a universal favourite. Once staying at a friend's house, and hearing their little girl rebuked for asking questions, she said, My mamma never says, I don't know,' or, Don't ask questions.'
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of letters and reminiscences, narrating the life and experiences of Lucie Duff Gordon, a British woman known for her travels, writings, and philanthropic endeavors in Egypt during the mid-19th century. The author traces Lucie's journey through personal letters, portraying a vivid account of her extraordinary life. The book offers insights into Lucie's passion for studying Arabic culture, her advocacy for the local communities, and her dedication to humanitarian causes. As a captivating exploration of a remarkable woman and her contributions, this book highlights Lucie's role in fostering cross-cultural understanding and her legacy as a pioneering figure in the socio-cultural landscape of Egypt. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780243324897_0
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