[Diary of an English governess in Germany], 1797 Jun 19 - Aug 28

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Title: [Diary of an English governess in Germany], 1797 Jun 19 - Aug 28
Published / Created: 1797
Abstract: Details a young womans travels from Rochester, England, to Germany where she is to be the au pair for the household of Baron Danckelman; on the way, her ship is captured by French privateers; after arrival she gives detailed accounts of local customs in H
Description: Anonymous holograph manuscript.
Extent: 1 v. (105 p.)
18 x 12 cm.
Extent of Digitization: This object has been partially digitized.

Format: text
Genre: Diaries
Resource Type: Archives or Manuscripts
Subject (Topic): Au pairs.
Dinners and dining
Travelers' writings, English.
Women authors.
Women travelers.

Access: Public
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