An American Lady In Paris 1828-1829: The Diary Of Mrs. John Mayo (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432557171)

""An American Lady In Paris 1828-1829: The Diary Of Mrs. John Mayo"" is a historical document that provides an intimate glimpse into the life of an American woman living in Paris during the early 19th century. The diary was written by Abigail Mayo, the wife of John Mayo, a wealthy merchant from Boston who was sent to Paris to establish a business. The diary entries cover a period of one year, from 1828 to 1829, and describe Abigail's daily life, social activities, and observations of French culture.Abigail's diary is a fascinating account of life in Paris during a time of great change. She writes about the fashion, food, and entertainment of the city, as well as her interactions with French society. Abigail also provides a unique perspective on the political and social climate of the time, including the July Revolution of 1830, which marked the end of the Bourbon monarchy in France.Throughout the diary, Abigail's strong personality shines through, as she expresses her opinions on a wide range of topics, from religion and education to fashion and literature. Her writing is witty and engaging, and provides a captivating glimpse into the life of a fascinating woman living in a fascinating time.Overall, ""An American Lady In Paris 1828-1829: The Diary Of Mrs. John Mayo"" is an important historical document that offers a unique perspective on life in Paris during the early 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in French history, women's history, or the history of American expatriates in Europe.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Abigail Mayo
ISBN-10: 1432557173
ISBN-13: 9781432557171
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 180
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.41d