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The Rest Is HistoryFeb 14, 2022
“The excerpt references a letter writing manual from Thomas Hill, discussing how to write to someone you love at first sight.”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: Valentine's card history
For: Readers interested in historical romance and communication
Key quote: “I cannot, of course, hope that I've created any interest in you, but will you do me the great favour to allow me to cultivate your acquaintance, as that's from Thomas Hill's book of...”
The host mentions Thomas Hill's book as a source for understanding the etiquette of letter writing in the context of romantic correspondence. This reference highlights how societal norms around communication evolved with the advent of the penny post.