1768-1849

"Dolley Madison had a strong will and unique personality that made her one of the most memorable First Ladies. From hosting parties for Washington D.C.'s social and political elite to saving a portrait of George Washington before the British burned down the White House in the War of 1812, Dolley did it all!"--.

Chronicles the life of First Lady Dolley Madison based upon over two thousand personal documents and letters and describes how she endured the hardships and adversities of helping to build a new nation and her courage in the face of the British army during the War of 1812 along with her struggles to preserve her husband's legacy.

Using newly uncovered troves of letters at the University of Virginia, Chadwick has been able to reconstruct the details of the Madisons' personal and political lives. Dolley, through her many social skills, created the dynamic role of First Lady that we know today. Their letters show Madison not as a boring, average president--as some historians have maintained--but as a vibrant, tough leader, a very successful commander in chief who changed America. These documents also help to paint a searing portrait of the Madisons' struggles with their irresponsible son.

Examines the life and accomplishments of Dolley Madison, discussing her childhood, education, marriage, and describing the events that brought her to the White House where she became First Lady.

Presents a study of President James Madison and his wife, Dolley and discusses Madison's childhood and early education, involvement in the American Revolution and U.S. Constitution, marriage to Dolley, and presidency during the War of 1812.

A biography of the wife of President James Madison, who was a friend and confidant of Presidents and other national leaders for half a century.

Simple text and photographs present the life of first lady Dolley Madison.

Provides an account of Dolley Madison's role as a Washington hostess and First Lady, and discusses her bravery in remaining at the White House during the War of 1812, and saving Gilbert Stuart's life-size portrait of George Washington when retreat became unavoidable. Presented in graphic novel form.

Surveys the life of First Lady Dolley Madison, wife of the fourth president, who was renowned as a hostess, a lady of fashion, and a heroine of the War of 1812.