Recollections (1920)

Recollections (1920) is a memoir written by Ellen McGowan Biddle, an American writer and socialite who was active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is a collection of Biddle's memories and experiences, spanning her childhood in Philadelphia to her travels abroad and her social life in New York City.Throughout the book, Biddle offers a glimpse into the world of the wealthy and elite during the Gilded Age, including her relationships with prominent figures such as Theodore Roosevelt, Edith Wharton, and Henry James. She also reflects on her own personal struggles, including her battle with depression and her experiences as a woman in a male-dominated society.Recollections is a fascinating look at a bygone era, offering readers a glimpse into the lives of the rich and famous during a time of great social change. Biddle's writing is elegant and insightful, and her memoir is sure to appeal to anyone interested in history, culture, and the human experience.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.