Sarah Childress Polk - A Biography of the Remarkable First Lady (Paperback)

Historians generally consider James K. Polk one of the most effective presidents in United States history. Many of them doubt, however, that President Polk would have been successful without the counsel of his wife Sarah. The president dominated his cabinet and trusted no one--except for his wife. Sarah Childress Polk (1803-1891) was a highly educated woman who became President Polks virtual secretary and more: She critiqued his speeches, evaluated his Cabinet decisions, and worked side by side with her husband. Mrs. Polk was praised for her astute views on matters of state by both Polks supporters and his opponents. She outlived her husband by 42 years, and was often consulted by politicians who respected her opinions and trusted her instincts, including Confederate and Union officers in the Civil War. This is the story of a powerful and tireless first lady who became one of the most influential Americans of the middle and late nineteenth century.

General

Imprint:	McFarland & Company
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	March 1997
First published:	March 1997
Authors:	John R. Bumgarner
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	176
ISBN-13:	978-0-7864-0366-0
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Historical, political & military Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Central government > General Books > Biography > Historical, political & military
LSN:	0-7864-0366-7
Barcode:	9780786403660

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