Bibliograph

Lady first, the world of first lady Sarah Polk, Amy S. Greenberg

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Lady first, the world of first lady Sarah Polk, Amy S. Greenberg

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 291-355) and index

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individual biography

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Lady first

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1083546583

Responsibility statement

Amy S. Greenberg

Sub title

the world of first lady Sarah Polk

Summary

An exploration of Sarah Polk's political savvy and contributions to American feminism details the contradictions attributed to her character, her wartime achievements, and her influence in Washington politics during her husband's presidency

Table Of Contents

Preface: Mrs. Polk's 1848 -- Blackboard, maps, and globes -- A salon in Washington -- Communications director -- Female politicians -- Mrs. Presidentess -- The power of American women to save their country -- That fine manly lady -- Profit and loss -- Neutral ground -- Influence -- Epilogue: Love makes memory eternal

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World of first lady Sarah Polk

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