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Abigail Adams by Woody Holton

Abigail Adams

by Woody Holton
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  • Nov 3, 2009, 512 pages
  • Paperback:
  • Jun 2010, 512 pages
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Lily R.

Wonderful
This is quite good. It is detailed and well researched. Adams was a feminist before her time and the letters to her husband, friends and family show her wisdom and humour.

It is provides a historical insight that few books do from a female point of view during that time period with excellent clarity.

I highly recommend this.
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