Publisher's Synopsis
My Lady Nicotine; Margaret Ogilvy (1921) is a book written by J.M. Barrie, the author of Peter Pan. The book is a collection of two essays, one about Barrie's love for smoking and the other about his mother, Margaret Ogilvy. In the first essay, My Lady Nicotine, Barrie writes about his addiction to smoking and the various ways in which it has affected his life. He describes the different types of smokers he has encountered and the rituals and traditions associated with smoking. Barrie also reflects on the pleasures and dangers of smoking, and how it has influenced his writing.The second essay, Margaret Ogilvy, is a tribute to Barrie's mother. He describes her life and personality, and the impact she had on him as a writer and a person. Barrie also reflects on the grief he felt after her death, and how he coped with his loss.Overall, My Lady Nicotine; Margaret Ogilvy (1921) is a poignant and insightful book that offers a glimpse into the life and mind of one of the greatest writers of the 20th century. It is a must-read for fans of Barrie's work, as well as anyone interested in the history and culture of smoking.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.
