The Mary Lincoln Enigma Historians on America's Most Controversial First Lady |
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Editor:
| Williams, Frank J. Burkhimer, Michael |
Contribution by:
| Berry, Stephen Dirck, Brian R. Winkle, Kenneth J. Emerson, Jason Etulain, Richard W. Holzer, Harold Miller, Richard Lawrence Wilson, Douglas L. Temple, Wayne C. McCreary, Donna D. Clinton, Catherine Brust, James S. |
ISBN: | 978-0-8093-3124-6 |
Publication Date: | Jun 2012 |
Publisher: | Southern Illinois University Press
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $38.95 |
Book Description:
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Mary Lincoln is a lightning rod for controversy. Stories reveal widely different interpretations, and it is impossible to write a definitive version of her life that will suit everyone. The thirteen engaging essays in this collection introduce Mary Lincoln's complex nature and show how she is viewed today. The authors' explanations of her personal and private image stem from a variety of backgrounds, and through these lenses they present their latest research and assessments.
Mary Lincoln is a lightning rod for controversy. Stories reveal widely different interpretations, and it is impossible to write a definitive version of her life that will suit everyone. The thirteen engaging essays in this collection introduce Mary Lincoln's complex nature and show how she is viewed today. The authors' explanations of her personal and private image stem from a variety of backgrounds, and through these lenses they present their latest research and assessments.