Publisher's Synopsis
Priscilla Cooper Tyler and the American Scene, 1816-1889 is a book written by Elizabeth Tyler Coleman. The book is a biography of Priscilla Cooper Tyler, the wife of John Tyler, the 10th President of the United States. The book explores Priscilla's life and her role in American society during the 19th century.The book begins with Priscilla's childhood in New York and follows her journey to Virginia, where she met and married John Tyler. The author describes Priscilla's life as a First Lady and how she navigated the political and social landscape of Washington D.C. during her husband's presidency.The book also explores Priscilla's personal life, including her relationship with her children and her involvement in charitable organizations. The author provides insight into Priscilla's personality, her interests, and her accomplishments.Throughout the book, the author provides a detailed account of American society during the 19th century. The book discusses the social, political, and economic changes that occurred during this time period and how they impacted Priscilla's life.Overall, Priscilla Cooper Tyler and the American Scene, 1816-1889 is a fascinating biography of an influential woman in American history. The book provides a unique perspective on American society during the 19th century and sheds light on the life of a First Lady who is often overlooked by historians.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.