Our First Families : A Novel Of Philadelphia Good Society (1855)
Overview
Our First Families: A Novel Of Philadelphia Good Society (1855) is a historical fiction novel written by a descendant of the Penns. The story is set in Philadelphia and follows the lives of the city's elite families during the early 19th century. The novel explores the social hierarchy and customs of the time, including the role of women in society, courtship, and marriage. The characters are drawn from real-life families, such as the Biddles and the Cadwaladers, and the author provides a detailed account of their lives and relationships. The novel also touches on political and economic issues of the time, including the abolitionist movement and the rise of industry. Our First Families is a fascinating insight into the lives of the wealthy and influential families of Philadelphia during a time of great change and upheaval in American history.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.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781164937104
- ISBN-10: 1164937103
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.84 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
- Page Count: 408
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