I haven't read any of the books yet. But after having read most of this discussion, it has been pushed up to the top my to-read-list. It sounds like something I'd truly enjoy.
Anyway, I'm posting to ask you a question, Ann. The books have been written in the early to mid 19th century. The series Lois and Clark is from the very late 19th century. They are two different worlds, not at all comparable in how people lived. Woman like Martha had the freedom to pursue hobbies because, well, we're past the sixties and seventies where that freedom had been gained. You can hardly expect that of Anne, who lives in a world where she would be looked upon by her society if she were to take up a hobby. I believe the world back then had even been introduced to such novelties. So I'm kind of missing the point how the two can be compared.
Saskia
