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Wanted—a Chaperon
This edition (minus the cover) is available on line here: http://books.google.com/books?id=rms1...
and read about Ford's unfortunate life here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Lei...
and read about Ford's unfortunate life here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Lei...
- GenresFiction
109 pages, Hardcover
First published October 1, 1902
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Paul Leicester Ford
305 books5 followersPaul Leicester Ford was an American editor, novelist and biographer. He was the great-grandson (on his mother's side) of Noah Webster Jr. and the brother of historian Worthington C. Ford. He was murdered by his other brother, Malcolm Webster Ford, a famous amateur athlete in the United States.
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January 13, 2013
I was attracted to this book because of Margaret Armstrong's binding decor. had read the bio of the author and was further intrigued, if you haven't already, look up the author. It's a tragic story. I did finally read the book and was pleasantly surprised. It's a short romance of the period (1900s) and it gives a quick look into the life of a wealthier New York lifestyle. This is not great literature but a very quick read that will make you smile in the end. I recommend reading for something light and fun.
December 14, 2023
Such a sweet story about a girl getting snowed in with a grouchy [temporary] invalid! Hear all about it on The Gibson Girl Review: https://www.gibsongirlreview.com/seas...
March 12, 2019
Another one that I read because I was in a sappy mood =P
This was a typical turn-of-the-century novel that took me about 30 min. to read. It was interesting, in that I had never read a story set like this before, and typical, because once it started, it went like every other turn-of-the-century romance novel I have ever read.
This was the story of a country girl who visits her Aunts house in the city. On her way to a dinner that her Aunt wasn't going to with her, she is left at the wrong house by the hired carriage driver. So she opens the door and walks right inside, where she meets a man who has injured his foot (or ankle or something) and so he invites her to stay for dinner. While there, she straightens his room, makes his home a bit cheerier, and shows him what it is like having a woman's touch in the home.
Her aunt shows up irate at the fact that her niece is there with a young man alone, and she drags her out of the house. At this point, I thought the niece was a young girl, maybe 14 or 15. Anyways, the aunt drags her out of the house and lectures her the whole way home on the importance of a chaperone. The next morning, at breakfast, a note comes from the young man apologizing for not obeying society's rules, asking for permission to begin a formal relationship with her, and he signs it with his name. At this point I realized the girl was older, although I have no idea how old.
Her uncle recognizes the name, and they realize he is one of the most eligible bachelors in the city. So everyone lives happily ever after =)
Definitely a sappy story that fit my mood! I would read it again once if the mood ever strikes again =)
This was a typical turn-of-the-century novel that took me about 30 min. to read. It was interesting, in that I had never read a story set like this before, and typical, because once it started, it went like every other turn-of-the-century romance novel I have ever read.
This was the story of a country girl who visits her Aunts house in the city. On her way to a dinner that her Aunt wasn't going to with her, she is left at the wrong house by the hired carriage driver. So she opens the door and walks right inside, where she meets a man who has injured his foot (or ankle or something) and so he invites her to stay for dinner. While there, she straightens his room, makes his home a bit cheerier, and shows him what it is like having a woman's touch in the home.
Her aunt shows up irate at the fact that her niece is there with a young man alone, and she drags her out of the house. At this point, I thought the niece was a young girl, maybe 14 or 15. Anyways, the aunt drags her out of the house and lectures her the whole way home on the importance of a chaperone. The next morning, at breakfast, a note comes from the young man apologizing for not obeying society's rules, asking for permission to begin a formal relationship with her, and he signs it with his name. At this point I realized the girl was older, although I have no idea how old.
Her uncle recognizes the name, and they realize he is one of the most eligible bachelors in the city. So everyone lives happily ever after =)
Definitely a sappy story that fit my mood! I would read it again once if the mood ever strikes again =)
November 1, 2007
This book rated for stars because of Margaret Armstrong's wonderful decorations, I have no idea what the story is about!
December 26, 2015
A beautiful book with two lighthearted romances inside. A quick and enjoyable read!
I also read Ford's "A Checked Love Affair" today; the two books go well together.
I also read Ford's "A Checked Love Affair" today; the two books go well together.
October 7, 2015
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April 30, 2019
The story is cute, simple, and short. But all the stars are for the artwork. The cover, the color pages and inserted artwork of the characters in certain scenes are just gorgeous.
November 25, 2019
I loved it.
December 26, 2025
This is the sweetest little book ever!
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