This book consists of diary and journal notes pertaining to Mary Basits Kuhns. The pages of Mary's diary are presented in small vignettes and snippets taken from her life. The material does not read as a novel. Instead, it is comprised of her notes and writings taken directly from Mary's diary/journal pages that might even include some of her grammar mistakes as she put her experiences down on paper. This book can be of benefit to genealogy buffs and those that have a particular interest in Mary Basits Kuhns life. Here is a woman that only had a third grade education. She was used, abused and was a battered woman who suffered some of the most horrific physical abuse any person can imagine. However, Mary struggled through life and raised and supported two children as a divorcee and single mom. She went on to own and operate a number of restaurants, taverns and other businesses. She also worked as a high fashion model in New York City in the 1940's and was also a professional chef at leading hotels in New York City such as the famed Essex House. She also dated and had relationships both with movie stars and mobsters. From all accounts as described in her diary/journal pages, Mary Basits Kuhns led an exceptional and interesting life.