The Mother Of Washington And Her Times

By Sara Agnes Rice Pryor

Book Overview

The Mother of Washington and Her Times is a historical biography written by Sara Agnes Rice Pryor. The book tells the story of Mary Ball Washington, the mother of the first President of the United States, George Washington. The author explores Mary's life, from her childhood in Virginia to her marriage to Augustine Washington, and her role in raising her children, including George.The book also provides a detailed account of the social and political climate of colonial Virginia during Mary's lifetime. It discusses the economic and social structures of the time, as well as the political tensions that eventually led to the American Revolution. The author also examines the role of women in colonial society, and how Mary's experiences reflect the struggles and triumphs of women during this time period.Overall, The Mother of Washington and Her Times is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers insight into the life of an important historical figure and the world in which she lived. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, particularly the colonial period and the lives of women during this time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163295396
• ISBN13: 9781163295397
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 414 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"