Mary Todd Lincoln: Tragic First Lady of the Civil War

by Mary E. Hull

A biography of the wife of the sixteenth president of the United States, discussing her upbringing, marriage, her role in Lincoln's political career, and the tragedies that marred her life.

128 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2000

About the author

Mary Hull holds a B.A. in History from Brown University. She is the author of many works of nonfiction for young readers, including Shay's Rebellion and the Constitution, The Boston Tea Party in American History, Mary Todd Lincoln, The Mongol Empire, and The Travels of Marco Polo.

Reviews

[Kay]

I have learned that the political/family issues that Mary had to put up with were very difficult! I couldn't imagine my family being Democrat while I am replubican. But back then, being anti- slavery vs. pro-slavery was a huge difference! Plus, the White House didn't trust the Lincoln family, Mary didn't get along with her stepmother, etc. But just reading this book, helped me to understand more about Mary Todd's personality, and I learned to accept her problems. Also, I learned to have compassion towards her. She truly had a lot of really hard trials, and needed a true friend, along with gospel perspective! She is truly an honorable lady, who did a lot for the U.S.A.,and for the White House.