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In 1842, during her triumphant visit to England, she sent Rebecca a most homely present, but one proving that in the midst of her brilliant triumphs she had a tender thought for those she loved at home.

Rachel made the child work under her own superintendence when preparing for her approaching appearance in public, urging her to study both classic and romantic rôles; amongst other things, teaching her to spell—this great tragedian who spelt so badly herself!