Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker
Autor Jennifer Chiaverinien Limba Engleză Paperback – 23 sep 2013 – vârsta de la 18 ani
New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Chiaverini’s compelling historical novel unveils the private lives of Abraham and Mary Lincoln through the perspective of the First Lady’s most trusted confidante and friend, her dressmaker, Elizabeth Keckley.
In a life that spanned nearly a century and witnessed some of the most momentous events in American history, Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley was born a slave. A gifted seamstress, she earned her freedom by the skill of her needle, and won the friendship of First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln by her devotion. A sweeping historical novel, Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker illuminates the extraordinary relationship the two women shared, beginning in the hallowed halls of the White House during the trials of the Civil War and enduring almost, but not quite, to the end of Mrs. Lincoln’s days.
In a life that spanned nearly a century and witnessed some of the most momentous events in American history, Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley was born a slave. A gifted seamstress, she earned her freedom by the skill of her needle, and won the friendship of First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln by her devotion. A sweeping historical novel, Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker illuminates the extraordinary relationship the two women shared, beginning in the hallowed halls of the White House during the trials of the Civil War and enduring almost, but not quite, to the end of Mrs. Lincoln’s days.
| Toate formatele și edițiile | Preț | Express |
|---|---|---|
| Paperback (2) | 96.89 lei 3-5 săpt. | |
| Penguin Books – 23 sep 2013 | 96.89 lei 3-5 săpt. | |
| Large Print Press – 23 sep 2013 | 113.69 lei 3-5 săpt. |
Preț: 96.89 lei
Nou
Puncte Express: 145
Preț estimativ în valută:
18.54€ • 19.32$ • 15.42£
18.54€ • 19.32$ • 15.42£
Carte disponibilă
Livrare economică 20 ianuarie-03 februarie 25
Preluare comenzi: 021 569.72.76
Specificații
ISBN-13: 9780142180358
ISBN-10: 0142180351
Pagini: 356
Dimensiuni: 135 x 203 x 21 mm
Greutate: 0.29 kg
Editura: Penguin Books
ISBN-10: 0142180351
Pagini: 356
Dimensiuni: 135 x 203 x 21 mm
Greutate: 0.29 kg
Editura: Penguin Books
V-ar putea interesa
-
The Ice-ShirtWilliam T. VollmannPreț: 183.14 lei -
The Green KnightIris MurdochPreț: 177.33 lei -
SeguMaryse CondePreț: 94.70 lei -
Letters from YellowstoneDiane SmithPreț: 94.08 lei -
The Passion of ArtemisiaSusan VreelandPreț: 91.43 lei -
When the Elephants DanceTess Uriza HolthePreț: 90.03 lei -
DominoRoss KingPreț: 123.42 lei -
Fragrant HarborJohn LanchesterPreț: 123.02 lei -
Preț: 152.73 lei -
The Wedding QuiltJennifer ChiaveriniPreț: 120.56 lei -
Silver WombLinette WidenPreț: 95.43 lei -
The Quilter's Legacy: An Elm Creek Quilts NovelJennifer ChiaveriniPreț: 92.24 lei -
A Quilter's Holiday: An Elm Creek Quilts NovelJennifer ChiaveriniPreț: 50.36 lei -
Yo Tome PanamaRodolfo M. Leit N.Preț: 96.89 lei -
Sub Rosa America, Book IIIElana FreelandPreț: 123.73 lei -
AlizahSnowdon, Margaret R.Preț: 124.15 lei -
A Tangled PastMargaret SnowdonPreț: 90.97 lei -
Villain or Victim?Bill LindstromPreț: 178.36 lei -
Pierre TrappeurFred a. BredePreț: 41.96 lei -
The Swastika TattooGeraldine BirchPreț: 100.39 lei -
Morgan's WayMarcia K. MatthewsPreț: 68.65 lei -
The Wild HuntDr Paul PerkinsPreț: 83.10 lei -
ELM Creek Quilts: Quilt Projects Inspired by the ELM Creek Quilts NovelsJennifer ChiaveriniPreț: 161.83 lei
Recenzii
Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Praise for Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker
“Required Reading . . . The story of First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln and Lizzie Keckley, a former slave who became Mrs. Lincoln’s seamstress and confidante. After the president’s assassination, Keckley created the Mary Todd Lincoln quilt and also a scandalous memoir. A new spin on the story.” --New York Post
“Jennifer Chiaverini imagines the first lady’s most private affairs through the eyes of an unlikely confidante.” –Harper’s Bazaar
“Chiaverini has drawn a loving portrait of a complex and gifted woman . . . Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker helps to illuminate the path on which her long and remarkable life led her.” –St. Louis Post-Dispatch
“All the characters are brilliantly written, and readers will enjoy getting to know them. [Chiaverini] brings to life long-forgotten snapshots of America’s past with style, grace and respect.” –RT Book Reviews
“Taking readers through times of war and peace as seen through the eyes of an extraordinary woman, the author brings Civil War Washington to vivid life through her meticulously researched authentic detail. Chiaverini's characters are compelling and accurate; the reader truly feels drawn into the intimate scenes at the White House.” –Library Journal
“Nuanced... a welcome historical.” –Publishers Weekly
“A compelling fictional account of Keckley’s life.” -Bookpage
Praise for Jennifer Chiaverini and the Elm Creek Quilts series
“Chiaverini’s themes of love, loss, and healing will resonate with many, and her characters’ stories are inspiring.” —Publishers Weekly
“Chiaverini has an impressive ability to bring a time and place alive.” —Romantic Times Book Reviews
“Emotionally compelling.” —Chicago Tribune on Sonoma Rose
“Jennifer Chiaverini has made quite a name for herself with her bestselling Elm Creek Quilts series. From the Civil War to the Roaring Twenties to contemporary settings, these novels have offered suspense, romance, and, at times, in-depth looks into the social, political, and cultural differences that helped shape a nation.” —BookPage
“Chiaverini excels at weaving stories and at character development. We can relate to the residents of Elm Creek Valley because they remind us of folks we know—a cousin, an aunt, or a grandmother.” —Standard-Examiner (Utah)
st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;}
“Required Reading . . . The story of First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln and Lizzie Keckley, a former slave who became Mrs. Lincoln’s seamstress and confidante. After the president’s assassination, Keckley created the Mary Todd Lincoln quilt and also a scandalous memoir. A new spin on the story.” --New York Post
“Jennifer Chiaverini imagines the first lady’s most private affairs through the eyes of an unlikely confidante.” –Harper’s Bazaar
“Chiaverini has drawn a loving portrait of a complex and gifted woman . . . Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker helps to illuminate the path on which her long and remarkable life led her.” –St. Louis Post-Dispatch
“All the characters are brilliantly written, and readers will enjoy getting to know them. [Chiaverini] brings to life long-forgotten snapshots of America’s past with style, grace and respect.” –RT Book Reviews
“Taking readers through times of war and peace as seen through the eyes of an extraordinary woman, the author brings Civil War Washington to vivid life through her meticulously researched authentic detail. Chiaverini's characters are compelling and accurate; the reader truly feels drawn into the intimate scenes at the White House.” –Library Journal
“Nuanced... a welcome historical.” –Publishers Weekly
“A compelling fictional account of Keckley’s life.” -Bookpage
Praise for Jennifer Chiaverini and the Elm Creek Quilts series
“Chiaverini’s themes of love, loss, and healing will resonate with many, and her characters’ stories are inspiring.” —Publishers Weekly
“Chiaverini has an impressive ability to bring a time and place alive.” —Romantic Times Book Reviews
“Emotionally compelling.” —Chicago Tribune on Sonoma Rose
“Jennifer Chiaverini has made quite a name for herself with her bestselling Elm Creek Quilts series. From the Civil War to the Roaring Twenties to contemporary settings, these novels have offered suspense, romance, and, at times, in-depth looks into the social, political, and cultural differences that helped shape a nation.” —BookPage
“Chiaverini excels at weaving stories and at character development. We can relate to the residents of Elm Creek Valley because they remind us of folks we know—a cousin, an aunt, or a grandmother.” —Standard-Examiner (Utah)
st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;}
Notă biografică
Jennifer Chiaveriniis theNew York Timesbestselling author ofMrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker,Fates and Traitors, Enchantress of Numbers, and other acclaimed works of historical fiction, as well as the beloved Elm Creek Quilts series. She lives with her husband and two sons in Madison, Wisconsin.