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[2016]
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"Drawing on previously hidden historical documents and interviews with the long-silent "illegitimate" branch of the family, William J. Mann paints an elegant, meticulously researched, and groundbreaking group portrait of this legendary family. Mann argues that the Roosevelts ́rise to power and prestige was actually driven by a series of intense personal contest that at times devolved into blood sport. His compelling and eye-opening masterwork is...
123) Eagle's cry
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American story 1800-1860 volume 3
Pub. Date
[2000]
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After the death of George Washington, a fledgling America is thrown into turmoil by the growth of a two-party political system, the machinations of an ambitious Aaron Burr, and a growing French presence to the West.
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2018.
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How the three inaugural First Ladies defined the role for future generations, and carved a space for women in America
America's first First Ladies-Martha Washington, Abigail Adams, and Dolley Madison-had the challenging task of playing a pivotal role in defining the nature of the American presidency to a fledgling nation and to the world. In First Ladies of the Republic, Jeanne Abrams breaks new ground by examining their lives as a group. From...
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[2006]
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"When the roar of the Revolution had finally died down, a new generation of American politicians was summoned to the Potomac to assemble the nation's newly minted capital. Into that unsteady atmosphere, which would soon enough erupt into another conflict with Britain in 1812, Dolley Madison arrived, alongside her husband, James. Within a few years, she had mastered both the social and political intricacies of the city, and by her death in 1849 was...
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"Sparked by long-forgotten gifts and memorabilia discovered in an old trunk, the now ninety-year-old Hill reminisces about private moments, shared laughs, and crazy adventures with one of the world's most iconic women during her time as First Lady and the excruciating year following the assassination of her husband. After all, he notes that "when you travel with someone...you experience things that can't be fully appreciated by anyone who wasn't there""--...
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[2015]
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"Dolley Madison had a strong will and unique personality that made her one of the most memorable First Ladies. From hosting parties for Washington D.C.'s social and political elite to saving a portrait of George Washington before the British burned down the White House in the War of 1812, Dolley did it all!"--
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2006
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Not all first ladies have been wives of the presidents, Sisters, daughters, nieces, and other relatives have assumed the responsibility of White House hostess, or shared it as necessity required, often for widowed and bachelor presidents. Each woman has a uniwue story and an important place in histroy.
132) John Adams
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[1999]
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A simple biography of the second president of the United States, from his childhood and education in Massachusetts to his marriage to Abigail Smith and his role in the country's early history.
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2015.
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A fresh look at Lady Bird Johnson that upends her image as a plain Jane who was married for her money and mistreated by Lyndon. This Lady Bird worked quietly behind the scenes through every campaign, every illness, and a trying presidency as a key strategist, fundraiser, barnstormer, peacemaker, and indispensable therapist.
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"From New York Times bestselling celebrity biographer J. Randy Taraborrelli comes Grace & Steel, the epic, hidden history of the exceptional women behind the greatest political dynasty of all time-the Bush family. Bestselling author J. Randy Taraborrelli reveals the unsung heroines of the inimitable Bush family dynasty: not only First Ladies Barbara and Laura, but other colorful women whose stories have been left out of history for far too long, including...
136) Eleanor and Franklin: the story of their relationship, based on Eleanor Roosevelt's private papers
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[1971]
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Gives insight into Eleanor's childhood, how she overcame personal insecurity, how she coped as a politician's wife, and describes her relationship with her husband, Franklin.
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[1999]
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This is a compilation of more than 1,300 quotes by first ladies. The wives of every U.S. president to date are represented here in remarks, thoughts, and timeless pieces of wisdom. These are women too often overlooked. Here their true depth and complexity is revealed in their own words, clearly showing the impact and influence they had with their respective spouses. In an era when the power of the first lady is on the rise these women increasingly...
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