Dorothy Payne, Quakeress: A Side-Light Upon the Career of 'Dolly' Madison
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| Author | Barnard, Ella K. (Ella Kent), 1853-1932 |
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| Title | Dorothy Payne, Quakeress: A Side-Light Upon the Career of 'Dolly' Madison |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Dorothy Payne, Quakeress: A Side-Light upon the Career of 'Dolly' Madison" by Ella Kent Barnard is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text delves into the life of Dorothy Payne, better known as Dolly Madison, highlighting her upbringing as a Quaker girl in Virginia and her eventual rise to prominence as a pivotal figure in early American social life. It explores the fascinating transformation from a secluded girlhood to becoming a celebrated hostess and acquaintance to many influential figures of her time, including Presidents Washington, Jefferson, and Madison. The opening of the work provides a detailed backdrop of Dolly Madison's early years, describing her simple and serene childhood spent in Virginia. It paints a vivid picture of her family's Quaker roots and their connection to significant historical events and personalities of the era. The narrative outlines her formative experiences, illustrating the cultural and social dynamics of her upbringing, which became foundational for her later role in the nation’s capital as an accomplished and respected hostess. The first chapter sets the stage for understanding how her origins influenced her future as a leader in America's burgeoning social landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | Madison, Dolley, 1768-1849 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34690 |
| Release Date | Dec 19, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 70 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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