原文 (英語)

PREFACE These letters, written by me in my younger days to a dear and indulgent mother and aunt, were returned to me after their death. In writing them I allowed myself to go into the smallest details, even the most insignificant ones, as I was sure that they would be welcome and appreciated by those to whom they were addressed. They were certainly not intended to be made public. If I have decided, after much hesitation, to publish these letters, it is because many of my friends, hav