Dolley A Novel
Dolley A Novel by Rita Mae Brown, published by National Geographic Books in April 1995, is a historical fiction work that delves into the life of Dolley Madison, the wife of the fourth president of the United States. This edition, written in English and spanning 432 pages, presents a vivid portrayal of Dolley as a spirited charmer who enjoys social gatherings and the latest fashions, while also revealing her complex character through imagined diary entries.
Readers will find a rich narrative that explores Dolley Madison’s experiences during a tumultuous period in American history, particularly her challenges as the nation faces war with Britain in 1814. The novel highlights her impulsive and courageous nature as she navigates her role as first lady, from hosting White House receptions to her daring escape from a besieged Washington. Through this lens, Dolley emerges not only as a beloved figure but also as a resilient woman who confronts adversity with wisdom and strength.
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She had the president’s ear and the nation’s heart.
She’s the wife of the fourth president of the United States; a spirited charmer who adores parties, the latest French fashions, and the tender, brilliant man who is her husband. But while many love her, few suspect how complex Dolley Madison really is.
Only in the pages of her diary—as imagined by novelist Rita Mae Brown—can Dolley fully reveal herself. And there we discover the real first lady—impulsive, courageous, and wise—as she faces her harshest trial: in 1814, the United States is once more at war with mighty Britain, and her beloved James is the most hated man in America.
From the White House receptions she gaily presides over to her wild escape from a Washington under siege, Dolley gives us a legend, made warmly human. For there has never been a first lady so tested—or one who came through the fire so brilliantly.
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