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050 4 _aPS
100 1 _aHolley, Marietta,
_d1836-1926
245 1 0 _aSamantha at Saratoga
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2002
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2002-09-01
508 _aan anonymous volunteer
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aRich people -- Fiction
653 _aManners and customs -- Fiction
653 _aNew York (State) -- Fiction
653 _aHusbands -- Fiction
653 _aSaratoga Springs (N.Y.) -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3425
999 _c45496
_d45496