Publisher's Synopsis
A Hilltop on the Marne is a collection of letters written by Mildred Aldrich between June 3 and September 8, 1914. The letters were written during the early days of World War I, and they describe Aldrich's experiences living in a small village on a hilltop overlooking the Marne River in France. The book provides a firsthand account of the war's impact on the French countryside and its people. Aldrich writes about the arrival of refugees fleeing the advancing German army, the sound of artillery fire in the distance, and the constant fear of invasion. She also describes the daily life of the villagers, including their customs, traditions, and beliefs.Aldrich's letters are deeply personal and reveal her own struggles with loneliness and isolation. She writes about her love of gardening, her friendships with the villagers, and her efforts to adapt to life in a foreign country. Overall, A Hilltop on the Marne is a poignant and insightful account of one woman's experiences during a pivotal moment in history. It offers a unique perspective on the early days of World War I and the impact of the conflict on ordinary people.1915. A Hilltop on the Marne is a forgotten gem by Mildred Aldrich (who also wrote under the name H. Quinn). When she was 61 she retired as a drama critic and moved to a hilltop residence in France that overlooked the plain where the Battle of the Marne would occur. A friend of Gertrude Stein, she wrote several books about the battles, soldiers' experiences, and the war in general. She was awarded the Legion of Honor by the French government in 1922 for her war efforts.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.
