Letters from Dorothy: Adventures in the US Foreign Service (1926-1934) is an historical non-fiction account based on some 70 letters typed from the State Department postings during this time period. This captivating memoir-in-letters transports readers to the heart of the Great Depression, following Dorothy Forrant's extraordinary journey from a Massachusetts textile mill to the glamorous world of diplomacy. At just eighteen, Dorothy defied societal expectations and embarked on a young women's dream of travel and independence, ascending the clerical ranks of the U.S. Foreign Service and rubbing shoulders with historical figures like Charles Lindbergh and Will Rogers. Letters from Dorothy offers a unique perspective on this tumultuous era through Dorothy's intimate correspondence with her aunt, her only confidante while her mother continues to demand money. In 70 heartfelt letters, typed on official Department of State stationery, Dorothy chronicles her adventures in Havana, Buenos Aires, Tokyo, Chefoo, and Beijing. Readers will be captivated by Dorothy's vivid descriptions of immersing herself in foreign cultures, shipwrecked in the Straits of Magellan, attending diplomatic events, and navigating the challenges of a career woman in a male-dominated field as she knew that marriage would immediately terminate her Foreign Service career.

This true historical chronology dates from 1925 through 1934 in 11 chapters, 75,000 words, 20 previously unpublished images, and combines the authenticity of primary source material with compelling narrative by her son - telling the story of a remarkable life. It is perfect for readers who enjoy historical fiction, women's history, and coming-of-age stories. This manuscript has a natural adaptation to the screen as well.