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Dedication explained

The author dedicates the tale to the Right Honourable Countess of Gifford as a token of respect, sympathy, and admiration.

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The author dedicates the tale to the Right Honourable Countess of Gifford as a token of respect, sympathy, and admiration.

Key passages

  • To the right Hon. the Countess of Gifford, as a token of respect, sympathy, and admiration, this tale is inscribed by the Author.

    The author dedicates this story to the Countess of Gifford as a sign of respect, sympathy, and admiration.

    The dedication expresses the author's personal regard for the Countess.

Uncle Silas — Dedication Explained