Excess Baggage Or Letters Of An Army Wife

By Betty Utley St. John

Book Overview

""Excess Baggage Or Letters Of An Army Wife"" is a collection of letters written by Betty Utley St. John, the wife of an army officer, during World War II. The book offers a unique insight into the life of an army wife during the war, as St. John shares her experiences and thoughts on everything from the challenges of living on army bases to the emotional toll of being separated from her husband. She also provides vivid descriptions of the places she visits, including North Africa and Italy, and the people she meets along the way. The letters are filled with humor, warmth, and a deep love for her husband and family. Overall, ""Excess Baggage"" is a fascinating and engaging read that offers a glimpse into a little-known aspect of the war effort.Humorous Adventures And Sketches Portray The Difficulties Of A Newlywed Army Wife Trying To Operate Under Unusual Handicaps During W.W.II.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163159417
• ISBN13: 9781163159415
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"