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Set in 1774 Williamsburg, Virginia, a young girl, Felicity, is hired to help the grumpy Mrs. Burnie with laundry. As she works, she discovers a secret that sheds light on the older woman's temperament. The story also offers interesting notes on the history of eyeglasses and even provides instructions for crafting a pair of elegant lorgnettes, a type of eyewear with lenses attached to a handle.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Valerie Tripp
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