Marietta Holley's 'Samantha at the World's Fair' is a captivating literary journey that employs both comedic and satirical lenses to scrutinize society and culture during the time of the Columbian Exposition. With a rich tapestry of language that is evocative of the era, Holley brings to life the adventures and observations of her country protagonist, Samantha. The novel is steeped in the vernacul...