This poignant memoir explores the life of Hobart, a woman born in the late 19th century who grew up in a world that was rapidly changing. From her childhood in a small Midwestern town to her years living abroad with her diplomat husband, Hobart offers a unique perspective on the major events and cultural shifts of the 20th century. A must-read for anyone interested in women's history and the changing face of America. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.