Theodosia, The First Gentlewoman Of Her Time - Charles Felton Pidgin - Bog

The book ""Theodosia, The First Gentlewoman Of Her Time: The Story Of Her Life, And A History Of Persons And Events Connected Therewith"" by Charles Felton Pidgin is a biography of Theodosia Burr Alston, the daughter of Aaron Burr, who was the third Vice President of the United States. Theodosia was known for her intellect, education, and accomplishments, which were unusual for women of her time. The book provides a detailed account of Theodosia's life, from her birth in 1783 to her mysterious disappearance at sea in 1813. The author also explores the historical context of Theodosia's life, including the political and social events of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book includes information on Theodosia's marriage to Joseph Alston, the governor of South Carolina, and her involvement in political and social causes, such as the education of women and the abolition of slavery. Overall, ""Theodosia, The First Gentlewoman Of Her Time"" is a fascinating look at the life of a remarkable woman and the times in which she lived.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.