In Marietta Holley'Äôs "Samantha at the St. Louis Exposition," readers are transported to the vibrant and bustling atmosphere of the 1904 World's Fair. Through the eyes of the witty and astute character Samantha, Holley delivers a masterful blend of humor and social critique, using satirical commentary to explore the socio-political dynamics of her time. The narrative is richly layered with vivid ...