The Peterkin Papers

"The Peterkin Papers" by Lucretia P. Hale is a collection of humorous stories written during the late 19th century. The chronicles the misadventures of the Peterkin family, whose members, including Mrs. Peterkin, Solomon John, and Elizabeth Eliza, navigate everyday problems with a distinctive blend of logic and folly, often seeking advice from their wise neighbor, the lady from Philadelphia.