Publisher's Synopsis
Dolly Madison: The Nation�������s Hostess is a biography of one of the most influential women in American history. Written by Elizabeth Lippincott Dean, this book tells the story of Dolley Madison, the wife of President James Madison and the first lady of the United States from 1809 to 1817.The book begins by introducing readers to Dolley Madison's early life and family background, highlighting her upbringing in Virginia and her marriage to James Madison. From there, the author explores Dolley's role as first lady, focusing on her social and political influence during a time of great change and upheaval in the young nation.Throughout the book, Dean provides a detailed account of Dolley Madison's many accomplishments, including her famous social gatherings, her advocacy for women's rights, and her efforts to support her husband's political career. The book also delves into the personal life of Dolley Madison, exploring her relationships with her family, her friends, and her many admirers.Overall, Dolly Madison: The Nation�������s Hostess is a fascinating and insightful biography of one of America's most beloved first ladies. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources and historical records, Elizabeth Lippincott Dean paints a vivid portrait of Dolley Madison and her impact on American history.This is a new release of the original 1928 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
