Excerpt from Records and Reflections: Selected From Her Writings During Half a Century (April 3rd, 1840, to April 3rd, 1890) IN publishing a volume of my reections, I deem it necessary to say a word of explanation. Fifty-four years ago I commenced to write down, from time to time, my views and impres sions, chiey the outcome of passing incidents, and I have continued the practice ever since. These writings fill several ms. Volumes. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work.

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