content: There is so much to write positively about the charm of this book. However, I find the most delight I receive is in the clever phrases and word usages. It is a kind, long poem to my ears.Naturally, I do like Elizabeth as well. She is very human. She has the ability to make mistakes, to learn from them, and to realize her hubrus and change. I don't find this very often in modern works.I return to this book from time to time to retreat from life. It has become an old soothing friend to me!