Dora Deane - Holmes, Mary J.
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Very pleasantly to Dora did the remainder of the winter pass away. She was appreciated at last, and nothing could exceed the kindness of both Mr. and Mrs. Hastings, the latter of whom treated her more like a sister than a servant, while even Eugenia, who came often to Rose Hill, and whose fawning manner had partially restored her to the good opinion of the fickle Ella, tried to treat her with a show of affection, when she saw how much she was respected. Regularly each day Dora went to the handsome library where she recited her lessons to Mr. Hastings, who became deeply interested in watching the development of her fine intellectual mind.…mehr

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Very pleasantly to Dora did the remainder of the winter pass away. She was appreciated at last, and nothing could exceed the kindness of both Mr. and Mrs. Hastings, the latter of whom treated her more like a sister than a servant, while even Eugenia, who came often to Rose Hill, and whose fawning manner had partially restored her to the good opinion of the fickle Ella, tried to treat her with a show of affection, when she saw how much she was respected. Regularly each day Dora went to the handsome library where she recited her lessons to Mr. Hastings, who became deeply interested in watching the development of her fine intellectual mind.
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Mary J. Holmes was an American author best known for her novels and short stories. Born on April 5, 1825, in Brookfield, Massachusetts, she gained widespread popularity in the 19th century. Holmes published 39 novels and numerous short stories, with her first novel selling 250,000 copies. Over her lifetime, she achieved remarkable success, with total book sales reaching 2 million copies, second only to Harriet Beecher Stowe. Her works were particularly popular for their emotional depth and exploration of domestic life. Holmes was married to Daniel Holmes from 1849 until her death in 1907. She passed away on October 6, 1907, in Brockport, New York, at the age of 82. Raised by her parents, Fanny Olds and Preston Hawes, Holmes went on to become one of the most successful and beloved writers of her time, leaving behind a legacy of emotionally charged stories that resonated with readers across generations. Her works continue to be remembered for their significant impact on 19th-century American literature.