Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of Anna Maria Wilhelmina Pickering is a book that recounts the life story of Anna Maria Wilhelmina Pickering, as well as extracts from the journals of her father, Spencer Pickering. The book provides a detailed account of Anna's life, from her childhood to her adulthood, including her experiences during the Napoleonic Wars.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Anna's life story. It begins with her childhood in England and her early years of education. As she grows older, the book follows her travels to various parts of Europe, including France, Germany, and Italy. Anna's experiences during these travels, including her encounters with different cultures and people, are described in detail.The second part of the book consists of extracts from the journals of Anna's father, Spencer Pickering. Spencer was a British diplomat who served in various countries during the Napoleonic Wars. His journals describe his travels and experiences during this time, including his imprisonment under Napoleon.Overall, Memoirs of Anna Maria Wilhelmina Pickering is a fascinating book that provides a unique perspective on the Napoleonic Wars and the lives of those who lived during this time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, travel, and personal memoirs.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.
