Publisher's Synopsis
""Queen of Golden Age: The Fabulous Story of Grace Wilson Vanderbilt"" is a biography written by Cornelius Vanderbilt Jr. that chronicles the life of Grace Wilson Vanderbilt, a prominent figure in New York society during the early 20th century. Born into a wealthy family in Alabama, Grace married Cornelius Vanderbilt III, the grandson of railroad magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt, and became one of the most influential women of her time. The book explores her life as a socialite, philanthropist, and patron of the arts, as well as her involvement in women's suffrage and her support of various charitable causes. It also delves into her personal life, including her marriage to Cornelius and her relationships with other members of high society. Through extensive research and interviews with those who knew her, Vanderbilt Jr. provides a detailed and fascinating portrait of this remarkable woman and the era in which she lived.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.
